New International Version But whoever is united with the Lord is one with him in spirit. New Living Translation But the person who is joined to the Lord is one spirit with him. English Standard Version But he who is joined to the Lord becomes one spirit with him. Berean Standard Bible But he who unites himself with the Lord is one with Him in spirit. Berean Literal Bible But the one being joined to the Lord is one spirit. King James Bible But he that is joined unto the Lord is one spirit. New King James Version But he who is joined to the Lord is one spirit with Him. New American Standard Bible But the one who joins himself to the Lord is one spirit with Him. NASB 1995 But the one who joins himself to the Lord is one spirit with Him. NASB 1977 But the one who joins himself to the Lord is one spirit with Him. Legacy Standard Bible But the one who joins himself to the Lord is one spirit with Him. Amplified Bible But the one who is united and joined to the Lord is one spirit with Him. Berean Annotated Bible But he who unites himself with the Lord {Kyriō} is one with Him in spirit {pneuma}. Christian Standard Bible But anyone joined to the Lord is one spirit with him. Holman Christian Standard Bible But anyone joined to the Lord is one spirit with Him. American Standard Version But he that is joined unto the Lord is one spirit. Contemporary English Version But anyone who is joined to the Lord is one in spirit with him. English Revised Version But he that is joined unto the Lord is one spirit. GOD'S WORD® Translation However, the person who unites himself with the Lord becomes one spirit with him. Good News Translation But he who joins himself to the Lord becomes spiritually one with him. International Standard Version But the person who unites himself with the Lord becomes one spirit with him. NET Bible But the one united with the Lord is one spirit with him. New Heart English Bible But he who is joined to the Lord is one spirit. Webster's Bible Translation But he that is joined to the Lord is one spirit. Weymouth New Testament But he who is in union with the Master is one with Him in spirit. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut he who unites himself with the Lord is one with Him in spirit. World English Bible But he who is joined to the Lord is one spirit. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he who is joined to the LORD is one spirit; Berean Literal Bible But the one being joined to the Lord is one spirit. Young's Literal Translation And he who is joined to the Lord is one spirit; Smith's Literal Translation And he joined to the Lord is one spirit. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut he who is joined to the Lord, is one spirit. Catholic Public Domain Version But whoever is joined to the Lord is one spirit. New American Bible But whoever is joined to the Lord becomes one spirit with him. New Revised Standard Version But anyone united to the Lord becomes one spirit with him. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut he who unites himself with our LORD becomes one with him in spirit. Aramaic Bible in Plain English But whoever cleaves to our Lord becomes one spirit with him. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentBut he that is joined to the Lord, is one spirit. Godbey New Testament But he who is joined to the Lord is one spirit. Haweis New Testament But he that is joined to the Lord is one spirit. Mace New Testament but he that is attach'd to the Lord, is united to him by one and the same spirit. Weymouth New Testament But he who is in union with the Master is one with Him in spirit. Worrell New Testament but he who is united to the Lord is one spirit. Worsley New Testament And he that is joined to the Lord is one spirit. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Members of Christ…16Or don’t you know that he who unites himself with a prostitute is one with her in body? For it is said, “The two will become one flesh.” 17But he who unites himself with the Lord is one with Him in spirit. 18Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a man can commit is outside his body, but he who sins sexually sins against his own body.… Cross References But he who unites himself with the Lord John 15:4-5 Remain in Me, and I will remain in you. Just as no branch can bear fruit by itself unless it remains in the vine, neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in Me. / I am the vine and you are the branches. The one who remains in Me, and I in him, will bear much fruit. For apart from Me you can do nothing. Romans 6:5 For if we have been united with Him like this in His death, we will certainly also be united with Him in His resurrection. 1 John 4:13 By this we know that we remain in Him, and He in us: He has given us of His Spirit. is one with Him John 17:21-23 that all of them may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I am in You. May they also be in Us, so that the world may believe that You sent Me. / I have given them the glory You gave Me, so that they may be one as We are one— / I in them and You in Me—that they may be perfectly united, so that the world may know that You sent Me and have loved them just as You have loved Me. Galatians 3:28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. Ephesians 4:4-6 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; / one Lord, one faith, one baptism; / one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all. in spirit. 1 Corinthians 12:13 For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, slave or free, and we were all given one Spirit to drink. Ephesians 2:18 For through Him we both have access to the Father by one Spirit. Romans 8:16 The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. Galatians 2:20 I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me. Ephesians 5:30 For we are members of His body. Romans 8:9-11 You, however, are controlled not by the flesh, but by the Spirit, if the Spirit of God lives in you. And if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he does not belong to Christ. / But if Christ is in you, your body is dead because of sin, yet your spirit is alive because of righteousness. / And if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, He who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit, who lives in you. 2 Peter 1:4 Through these He has given us His precious and magnificent promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, now that you have escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires. Colossians 1:27 To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. 1 John 4:13 By this we know that we remain in Him, and He in us: He has given us of His Spirit. 1 John 3:24 Whoever keeps His commandments remains in God, and God in him. And by this we know that He remains in us: by the Spirit He has given us. Treasury of Scripture But he that is joined to the Lord is one spirit. 1 Corinthians 12:13 For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether we be Jews or Gentiles, whether we be bond or free; and have been all made to drink into one Spirit. John 3:6 That which is born of the flesh is flesh; and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. John 17:21-23 That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me… Jump to Previous Joined Joins Master Spirit Union United UnitesJump to Next Joined Joins Master Spirit Union United Unites1 Corinthians 6 1. The Corinthians must take their brothers to court;6. especially under infidels. 9. The wicked shall not inherit the kingdom of God. 15. Our bodies are the members of Christ, and temples of the Holy Spirit: 19. they must not therefore be defiled. But he who unites himself with the Lord Faith joins the believer to the risen Christ in a covenant relationship of belonging, loyalty, and shared life. In contrast to sexual union outside God’s design, which joins a person to another body, union with Christ binds the whole person to the Lord who redeemed him. God had portrayed His covenant with Israel as a marriage bond marked by faithfulness (Hosea 2:19–20); Christ fulfills and deepens that covenant relationship with His people. Jhn 15:4-5 Remain in Me, and I will remain in you… is one with Him Believers possess a real fellowship with Christ without becoming divine or losing personal identity. Christ prayed that His people would share the unity and love that flow from the Father and the Son (John 17:21–23). Through faith, believers share in Christ’s death and resurrection life, receive His righteousness, and are called to live in a manner consistent with the One to whom they belong. Jhn 17:21-23 that all of them may be one, as You, Father, are in Me… in spirit. The Holy Spirit establishes and sustains this union, dwelling in every believer and making the body a temple of God (1 Corinthians 6:19; Romans 8:9–11). Spiritual union with Christ gives moral weight to bodily conduct: the body cannot be treated as separate from one’s devotion to the Lord. Present fellowship with Christ anticipates the day when God will dwell openly with His redeemed people forever (Revelation 21:3). 1Co 12:13 For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body… Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul the ApostleThe author of 1 Corinthians, addressing the church in Corinth with guidance and correction. 2. The Church in Corinth A diverse and often troubled congregation in the city of Corinth, known for its moral and spiritual challenges. 3. The Lord (Jesus Christ) Central figure in Christianity, with whom believers are called to unite spiritually. 4. Corinth A major city in ancient Greece, known for its wealth, commerce, and moral decadence, providing a challenging environment for early Christians. 5. The Holy Spirit The third person of the Trinity, who indwells believers and facilitates their union with Christ. Teaching Points Spiritual Union with ChristBelievers are called to a profound spiritual union with Christ, transcending mere intellectual assent or external conformity. The Role of the Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit is the agent of this union, dwelling within believers and enabling them to live in harmony with Christ's will. Moral Implications Being one with the Lord in spirit has moral implications, calling believers to live lives that reflect their spiritual identity and commitment. Identity in Christ Our primary identity is found in our union with Christ, which should influence every aspect of our lives, including our decisions, relationships, and priorities. Sanctification Process This union is part of the sanctification process, where believers grow in holiness and Christlikeness through the work of the Holy Spirit. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 6:17?2. How does being "one with Him in spirit" influence daily Christian living? 3. What does 1 Corinthians 6:17 reveal about our relationship with Christ? 4. How can we practically maintain unity with the Lord in our actions? 5. Which other scriptures emphasize being united with Christ in spirit? 6. How does spiritual unity with Christ affect our moral and ethical decisions? 7. What does "one spirit with Him" mean in 1 Corinthians 6:17? 8. How does 1 Corinthians 6:17 relate to personal identity in Christ? 9. What historical context influences the interpretation of 1 Corinthians 6:17? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 6? What Does 1 Corinthians 6:17 Mean ButThe verse opens with a sharp contrast to what came just before. Paul has been warning against the destructive union of sexual immorality (1 Corinthians 6:15-16). • “But” shifts the spotlight from an illicit bond that corrupts to a holy bond that sanctifies. • Rather than being glued to sin, we are invited to be glued to Christ. Cross reference: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind” (Romans 12:2). The pivot word “but” signals that same redirection—from the old pattern to God’s better way. he who unites himself The phrase highlights a deliberate, personal choice. • No one drifts into union with the Lord; we respond to His call by faith (John 3:16). • Jesus said, “Remain in Me, and I will remain in you” (John 15:4). Union requires abiding, an ongoing decision to stay connected. • Union is covenantal: “I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me” (Galatians 2:20). Our old self yields; Christ takes center stage. with the Lord The focus is not on an abstract spirituality but on a living Person—Jesus Christ, the risen Lord. • Lord means Master. Union implies yielding every area of life to His rule (Luke 6:46: “Why do you call Me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not do what I say?”). • The goal is intimacy, not mere religious duty. Jesus prayed “that all of them may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I am in You” (John 17:21). • Because He is Lord, the relationship is secure; His authority guarantees our acceptance (Romans 8:1). is one Paul borrows marriage language (cf. Genesis 2:24) to picture perfect union. • Physical oneness in marriage points to a deeper spiritual oneness with Christ (Ephesians 5:31-32). • “For if we have been united with Him like this in His death, we will certainly also be united with Him in His resurrection” (Romans 6:5). • Oneness means shared identity—His righteousness counted as ours, our sins counted as gone (2 Corinthians 5:21). with Him in spirit The union is real, though unseen, forged by the Holy Spirit. • “For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body” (1 Corinthians 12:13). • The Spirit indwells every believer: “Christ in you, the hope of glory” (Colossians 1:27). • This inner oneness empowers outward holiness; we carry His presence into daily life (Romans 8:9). Practical implications: – Our bodies become temples (1 Corinthians 6:19). – Sin now contradicts our true identity. – Fellowship with other believers deepens, because we share the same Spirit. summary 1 Corinthians 6:17 declares that anyone who intentionally clings to Jesus Christ enters a Spirit-wrought union so profound that we and the Lord are counted as “one.” This oneness replaces sinful bonds with a holy, life-giving relationship, rooting our identity, morality, and hope in the living Lord who dwells within us. (17) One spirit.—The union betwixt Christ and each member of His Church is a spiritual one. This explains the sense in which we are the Lord’s body, and intensifies the argument against any degradation of one who shares so holy and intimate a union.Verse 17. - That is joined unto the Lord. This phrase, indicating the closest possible union, is found in Deuteronomy 10:20; 2 Kings 18:6. Is one spirit. There is a "mystical union," not only "betwixt Christ and his Church," but also between Christ and the holy soul Hence, to St. Paul, spiritual life meant the indwelling of Christ in the heart - the life "in Christ;" so that he could say, "It is no more I that live, but Christ that liveth in me" (Galatians 2:20; Galatians 3:27; Colossians 3:17).Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Butδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. he who ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. unites himself κολλώμενος (kollōmenos) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2853: From kolla; to glue, i.e. to stick. with the τῷ (tō) Article - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. Lord Κυρίῳ (Kyriō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 2962: Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master. is ἐστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. one [with Him] ἓν (hen) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 1520: One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one. [in] spirit. πνεῦμά (pneuma) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 4151: Wind, breath, spirit. Additonal Resources 1 Corinthians 6:17 Blue Letter Bible1 Corinthians 6:17 Bible Gateway 1 Corinthians 6:17 Bible.com 1 Corinthians 6:17 NIV |
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