1 Corinthians 10:31

The Pulpit Commentary - 1 Corinthians 10:31

Eating and drinking to the glory of God. The particular questions with which the apostle here deals may be of comparatively little interest to us, but, as usual in, such cases, he brings to bear on them principles that affect the moral life of man in every age. So far as he speaks of the right or wrong of eating that which has been offered in sacrifice to idols, or attending heathen festivals, he is treating of what may have been of great moment to Corinthian Christians in apostolic times,... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 1 Corinthians 10:31-33

All for God will be all for men. "Do all to the glory of God;" and then it will not be difficult for you to "please all men in all things… seeking the profit of many, that they may be saved." "No act of life is in itself either religious or secular. The quality of each act depends on the spirit which guides it and the motive from which it springs. The commonest thing may be done in a high Christian spirit. The greatest deed may spring from a low and selfish motive." "The glory of God, that... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 1 Corinthians 10:31

Whether therefore ye eat or drink - This direction should be strictly and properly applied to the case in hand; that is, to the question about eating and drinking the things that had been offered in sacrifice to idols. Still, however, it contains a general direction that is applicable to eating and drinking at all times; and the phrase “whatsoever ye do” is evidently designed by the apostle to make the direction universal.Or whatsoever ye do - In all the actions and plans of life; whatever he... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - 1 Corinthians 10:31-33

1 Corinthians 10:31-33. Whether, therefore, &c. To close the present point with a general rule, applicable not only in this, but in all cases, see to it that whether ye eat or drink, or whatsoever ye do In all things whatsoever, whether of a religious or civil nature, in all the common as well as sacred actions of life, keep the glory of God in view, and steadily pursue, in all, this one end of your being, the planting or advancing the vital knowledge and love of God, first in your... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - 1 Corinthians 10:23-33

Consideration of fellow believers (10:23-11:1)Some things that are allowable are not helpful. If Christians think of others before they think of themselves, they will refrain from certain things in case others copy them and are weakened spiritually as a result (23-24).The Corinthians should understand that the reason why they must not join in idol feasts is that eating involves fellowship with the idol and its demons. It is not that the physical properties of the food are in any way changed.... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - 1 Corinthians 10:31

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James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - 1 Corinthians 10:31

Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatever ye do, do all to the glory of God.The overriding question which must determine all that any Christian does is the question of whether or not his actions will build up, edify, strengthen and encourage the church of Christ; and if any action whatsoever falls short of such utility to bless and honor God's kingdom, then it is forbidden to the child of God. God's glory is paramount; human appetite and convenience have no weight whatever when opposed to... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - 1 Corinthians 10:31

1 Corinthians 10:31. Whether therefore ye eat— "Therefore on the whole, to conclude this discourse, since no one particular rule can be laid down to suit all the diversities of temper and apprehension which may arise; instead of uncharitable contentions with each other, or any thingwhich looks like mutual contempt, let us take all the pains we can to meet as in the centre of real religion. See to it then, that whether ye eat or drink, or whatever else ye do, in the common as well as sacred... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 1 Corinthians 10:31

31. Contrast :-; the picture of worldly men. The godly may "eat and drink," and it shall be well with him (Jeremiah 22:15; Jeremiah 22:16). to the glory of God— (Colossians 3:17; 1 Peter 4:11) —which involves our having regard to the edification of our neighbor. read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Corinthians 10:31

What glorifies God? Consideration for the consciences of other people and promotion of their wellbeing does. This contrasts with the observance of distinctions between foods, the satisfaction of one’s personal preferences, and insistence on one’s own rights. What glorifies God is what puts His preferences, plans, and program first (cf. Colossians 3:17).". . . God’s own glory is the ultimate foundation of Pauline ethics (1 Corinthians 10:31)." [Note: Idem, "Toward a . . .," p. 40.] read more

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