1 Corinthians 9:17-19 For if I do this thing willingly, I have a reward: but if against my will, a dispensation of the gospel is committed to me.… I. ITS NATURE. Freedom — 1. As far as possible from personal obligation. 2. In the declaration of Divine truth. 3. In the conscientious discharge of duty. II. ITS USE. In the service of all — 1. By patient toil. 2. By forbearance. 3. By Christian compliances. III. ITS MOTIVE. 1. Christ's honour. 2. In the gain of souls. (J. Lyth, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: For if I do this thing willingly, I have a reward: but if against my will, a dispensation of the gospel is committed unto me. |