1 Corinthians 4:19
“But I will come to you shortly, if the Lord is willing. And I will know, not the word of those who are puffed up, but the power.”
What does 1 Corinthians 4:19 mean?
Paul is writing to a church that's divided, with some people bragging about their wisdom and spiritual status. He's saying he'll visit soon (God willing) and won't be impressed by their impressive-sounding arguments or self-important attitudes. Instead, he'll look for what actually matters: real spiritual power, meaning genuine transformation and God's work in their lives. It's a gentle but firm reminder that faith isn't about who sounds smartest or most confident, but about what God is actually doing in and through people.