1 Corinthians 11:11-16 Nevertheless neither is the man without the woman, neither the woman without the man, in the Lord.… I. ILLUSTRATE THIS BY THE EXAMPLE ADDUCED. 1. The use of a veil in Christian worship is in itself indifferent. Only the condition of the heart is of importance in the sight of God. 2. But in the times of the apostle it was not indifferent because it was required by established custom. Its disuse caused offence and contention, and might easily be interpreted as a sign of superstition or immorality. 3. Respect must therefore be paid to the alteration in public opinion and the circumstances of the times. II. ENFORCE BY ARGUMENTS. 1. Of Christian prudence. Attention to externals — (1) Is often of great importance. (2) Cannot be ignored without disadvantage. 2. Of Christian faith. Neglect of externals may create offence, this love will avoid. (J. Lyth, D.D.) Parallel Verses KJV: Nevertheless neither is the man without the woman, neither the woman without the man, in the Lord. |
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