It is similar for lifeless things that make a sound, like a flute or harp. Unless they make a distinction in the notes, how can what is played on the flute or harp be understood?

to the church of God that is in Corinth, to those who are sanctified in Christ Jesus, and called to be saints, with all those in every place who call on the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, their Lord and ours.

The secrets of his heart are disclosed, and in this way he will fall down with his face to the ground and worship God, declaring, “God is really among you.”

If what someone has built survives, he will receive a reward.

Stay alert, stand firm in the faith, show courage, be strong.

For the kingdom of God is demonstrated not in idle talk but with power.

And I say this, brothers and sisters: The time is short. So then those who have wives should be as those who have none,

This is my defense to those who examine me.

For the message about the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.

So for me, it is a minor matter that I am judged by you or by any human court. In fact, I do not even judge myself.

and those members we consider less honorable we clothe with greater honor, and our unpresentable members are clothed with dignity,

Otherwise, what will those do who are baptized for the dead? If the dead are not raised at all, then why are they baptized for them?

For I decided to be concerned about nothing among you except Jesus Christ, and him crucified.

Eat anything that is sold in the marketplace without questions of conscience,

Any man who prays or prophesies with his head covered disgraces his head.

But the one who prophesies speaks to people for their strengthening, encouragement, and consolation.

I was glad about the arrival of Stephanus, Fortunatus, and Achaicus because they have supplied the fellowship with you that I lacked.

For even though I am absent physically, I am present in spirit. And I have already judged the one who did this, just as though I were present.

It is not rude, it is not self-serving, it is not easily angered or resentful.

For I do not want to see you now in passing, since I hope to spend some time with you, if the Lord allows.