For the kingdom of God is not in word, but in power.
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Verse 20 is found in chapter 4 of 1 Corinthians. Paul presents himself as a spiritual father exhorting his children. Apostolic authority is not limited to words but seeks to produce concrete transformation in the community and correct its arrogance.
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Compare 1 Corinthians 4:20 in different Bible versions and see how its wording varies between translations. These differences can help you better understand the meaning and context of the passage.
Denn das Reich Gottes steht nicht in Worten, sondern in Kraft.
Porque el reino de Dios no consiste en palabras, sino en virtud.
Porque el reino de Dios no consiste en palabras, sino en poder.
Car le royaume de Dieu ne consiste pas en paroles, mais en puissance.
Perciocchè il regno di Dio non consiste in parlare, ma in potenza.
Porque o reino de Deus não consiste em palavras, mas em poder.
因為上帝的國不在乎言語,而在乎權能。
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