1 Corinthians 12:25 Meaning
That there should be no schism in the body; but that the members should have the same care one for another.
Context Explained
23And those members of the body, which we think to be less honourable, upon these we bestow more abundant honour; and our uncomely parts have more abundant comeliness.
24For our comely parts have no need: but God hath tempered the body together, having given more abundant honour to that part which lacked:
25That there should be no schism in the body; but that the members should have the same care one for another.
26And whether one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; or one member be honoured, all the members rejoice with it.
27Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Philippians 2:4
Both verses encourage looking out for the interests of others.
Ephesians 4:3
This verse also emphasizes maintaining unity in the Spirit.
Romans 12:5
This verse highlights the idea of being one body in Christ, similar to the theme of mutual care.
Source: 1 Corinthians 12:25