1 Corinthians 9:16 meaning and explanation
Yet when I preach the gospel, I have no reason to boast, because I am obligated to preach. Woe to me if I do not preach the gospel!
1 Corinthians 9:16, Berean Standard Bible
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Paul is defending his apostleship to the Corinthians and explaining why he preaches without taking financial support. In verse 16 he says he cannot boast about preaching, because he is under compulsion.
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