What does 1 Corinthians 15:24 mean?

1 Corinthians 15:24 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

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1 Corinthians 15:24 Meaning

Then cometh the end, when he shall have delivered up the kingdom to God, even the Father; when he shall have put down all rule and all authority and power.

Context Explained

22For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive.

23But every man in his own order: Christ the firstfruits; afterward they that are Christ's at his coming.

24Then cometh the end, when he shall have delivered up the kingdom to God, even the Father; when he shall have put down all rule and all authority and power.

25For he must reign, till he hath put all enemies under his feet.

26The last enemy that shall be destroyed is death.

Key Themes

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Source: 1 Corinthians 15:24