Discipline in the Church
J. Lyth, D. D. 1 Corinthians 4:20 For the kingdom of God is not in word, but in power. 1. The apostle had the power of using the rod. 2. This is sometimes needful. 3. It is a ministerial duty. 4. It was reluctantly employed by Paul, and should be spared where possible. 5. Must be administered in the spirit of love. (J. Lyth, D. D.). Parallel Verses KJV: For the kingdom of God is not in word, but in power. WEB: For the Kingdom of God is not in word, but in power.