What does 1 Corinthians 16:9 mean?

1 Corinthians 16:9 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply 1 Corinthians 16:9 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries.

7For I will not see you now by the way; but I trust to tarry a while with you, if the Lord permit.

8But I will tarry at Ephesus until Pentecost.

9For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries.

10Now if Timotheus come, see that he may be with you without fear: for he worketh the work of the Lord, as I also do.

11Let no man therefore despise him: but conduct him forth in peace, that he may come unto me: for I look for him with the brethren.

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