Divisions in the Church
J. Lyth, D.D. 1 Corinthians 11:17-22 Now in this that I declare to you I praise you not, that you come together not for the better, but for the worse.… I. ARE A SERIOUS EVIL. 1. They hinder prosperity. 2. Demoralise many. 3. Occasion reproach. 4. Dishonour Christ. II. OUGHT NOT TO EXCITE SURPRISE. Because offences must come — 1. Through the imperfections of humanity. 2. The instigation of Satan. III. ARE OVERRULED BY GOD, as a test of the faith, purity, steadfastness of those who are approved before God. (J. Lyth, D.D.) Parallel Verses KJV: Now in this that I declare unto you I praise you not, that ye come together not for the better, but for the worse. WEB: But in giving you this command, I don't praise you, that you come together not for the better but for the worse.