1 Corinthians Be on guard; stand firm in your faith [in God, respecting His precepts and keeping your doctrine sound]. Act like [mature] men and be courageous; be strong.  Series: "Whats Ghostin" #study #shorts  Title: Be Strong Host: #ur8oy8lu #dj8lu  Scripture: 1 Corinthians Email: [email protected]    Web: https://www.UMOLV.com Compare Versions:  1 Corinthians 1 Corinthians 1 Corinthians 1 Corinthians 1 Corinthians 1 Corinthians Commentary: In wrapping up this letter, Paul has been addressing the details of some business matters, as well as the travel plans of himself and others. He turns to sending greetings in a moment, but first he inserts a series of five quick commands. Paul's habit of doing this at the end of letters reminds one of a parent restating quickly all the things their child needs to remember before rushing out the door.  Paul tells them to be watchful or to stay on their guard, along with the command to stand firm in the faith. He may be emphasizing his teaching in the previous chapter about their faith in the resurrection of Jesus from the dead and the resurrection of all who follow Him. Some had watered down their belief in the resurrection. Paul reminded them the resurrection was essential to the gospel in which they stood (1 Corinthians