1 Corinthians 8:6 Meaning
But to us there is but one God, the Father, of whom are all things, and we in him; and one Lord Jesus Christ, by whom are all things, and we by him.
Context Explained
4As concerning therefore the eating of those things that are offered in sacrifice unto idols, we know that an idol is nothing in the world, and that there is none other God but one.
5For though there be that are called gods, whether in heaven or in earth, (as there be gods many, and lords many,)
6But to us there is but one God, the Father, of whom are all things, and we in him; and one Lord Jesus Christ, by whom are all things, and we by him.
7Howbeit there is not in every man that knowledge: for some with conscience of the idol unto this hour eat it as a thing offered unto an idol; and their conscience being weak is defiled.
8But meat commendeth us not to God: for neither, if we eat, are we the better; neither, if we eat not, are we the worse.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Ephesians 4:6
Both verses emphasize the oneness of God and the unity of believers in Christ.
1 Timothy 2:5
This verse underscores the role of Jesus as the mediator between God and humanity, complementing the message in 1 Corinthians 8:6.
Romans 11:36
Both verses affirm that all things come from God, echoing the theme of divine origin in 1 Corinthians 8:6.
Source: 1 Corinthians 8:6