1 Corinthians 9:27 meaning and explanation

No, I discipline my body and make it my slave, so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified.

1 Corinthians 9:27, Berean Standard Bible

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Paul is writing to the Corinthians, defending his apostleship and his choice not to accept financial support. He has just compared the Christian life to athletic training, and here he applies the image to himself.

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