1Cor 4:8 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for 1Cor 4:8-13: 4:8-13 Paul ironically highlights the difference between himself and them. Their attitudes reflect the wisdom of the world; his, the wisdom of God. In their pride, the Corinthians thought they had arrived, but they actually had a long way to go (cp. Rev 3:17-18 ; contrast Phil 3:12-14 ). If they had truly arrived, they would be sharing more of the suffering that Paul experienced (1 Cor 4:11-13 ). In contrast to the Corinthians, who were so proud of their attainments and the respect they had from others, the apostles suffered scorn and contempt.

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‏ 1 Corinthians 4:8

Summary for 1Cor 4:8-13: 4:8-13 ^a Paul ironically highlights the difference between himself and them. Their attitudes reflect the wisdom of the world; his, the wisdom of God. In their pride, the Corinthians thought they had arrived, but they actually had a long way to go (cp. Rev 3:17-18 ^b; contrast Phil 3:12-14 ^c). If they had truly arrived, they would be sharing more of the suffering that Paul experienced (1 Cor 4:11-13 ^d). In contrast to the Corinthians, who were so proud of their attainments and the respect they had from others, the apostles suffered scorn and contempt.