What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 10:33? As I also try to please everyone in all I do Paul is describing an intentional lifestyle that avoids needless offense. He is not endorsing people-pleasing at the expense of truth; rather, he is mirroring the attitude of Christ, who “did not please Himself” (Romans 15:2-3). • He adapts to cultural preferences that do not violate God’s commands (1 Corinthians 9:19-23). • He lays down personal liberties—food, customs, style—so others will listen to the gospel (Romans 14:13-19). • His aim is harmony that opens doors, never compromise that shuts them (Galatians 1:10). For I am not seeking my own good The apostle’s motive is selfless. He refuses to let personal comfort, reputation, or rights dictate his behavior. • “Let no one seek his own good, but the good of others” (1 Corinthians 10:24) is the broader context. • This echoes Jesus, who “came not to be served, but to serve” (Mark 10:45) and calls believers to “count others more significant than yourselves” (Philippians 2:3-4). • By putting self last, Paul embodies the cross-shaped life commanded in Luke 9:23. But the good of many Paul’s sacrifices have a clear target: the spiritual welfare of as many people as possible. • His pattern echoes God’s heart, who “so loved the world” (John 3:16) and “desires all men to be saved” (1 Timothy 2:4). • “I endure everything for the sake of the elect, so that they too may obtain the salvation” (2 Timothy 2:10). • Practical outworking: choosing foods, words, and attitudes that build up rather than stumble (1 Corinthians 8:9-13). That they may be saved Salvation is the end goal, not social approval. Paul gladly forfeits lesser things so eternal souls will gain the greatest thing. • “I do all things for the sake of the gospel, so that I may share in its blessings” (1 Corinthians 9:23). • His evangelistic urgency reflects Jesus’ mission “to seek and to save the lost” (Luke 19:10). • The verse calls every believer to evaluate choices by one question: Will this help others embrace Christ? summary 1 Corinthians 10:33 presents a pattern: surrender personal rights, pursue the welfare of others, and aim at their salvation. Paul’s willingness to “please everyone” is bounded by truth and driven by love. The verse invites believers to joyful self-denial so that many more will meet the Savior. |
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