1 Corinthians 1:22-24 For the Jews require a sign, and the Greeks seek after wisdom:… Observe — I. THE GREAT HINDRANCES OF THE GOSPEL IN APOSTOLIC TIMES. 1. Jewish prejudice. 2. Gentile philosophy. II. THESE ARE GENERAL TYPES OF HUMAN ERROR — e.g., Pharisaism and Sadduceeism; Epicureanism and Stoicism; Ritualism and Rationalism; self-righteousness and self-conceit. III. THEIR UTTER INCOMPATIBILITY WITH THE GOSPEL. 1. The gospel requires humility; these are the offspring of pride. 2. The gospel insists on faith. These demand demonstration. (J. Lyth, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: For the Jews require a sign, and the Greeks seek after wisdom: |
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