There are numerous references in the book of acts to christians who have the holy spirit. Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong. David guzik commentary on 1 corinthians, in which paul emphasizes the superiority of love to the spiritual gifts in and of themselves. Enduring word bible commentary 1 corinthians chapter. We must first be loved by god, then share his love and bear fruit in doing so, its continual not a one time deal. This is translated into english as charity in the king james version. Verses 8 highlight the temporary nature of all the gifts, contrasting with loves permanence. Of all the graces of god in man, charity, or love, is the greatest, 1 corinthians. Several generations ago, quit you like men was a frequently heard phrase in englishspeaking countries. The second meaning is probably what is intended here. Its excellency represented by its properties and effects.
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