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Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible

1 Corinthians 16:5-12

Paul Promises That If At All Possible He Will Soon Visit Them But Meanwhile Asks Them To Give Timothy a True Christian Welcome, And Assures Them Too of Apollos' Concern For Them (16:5-12).

Paul knew the importance for the faithful in the assembly at Corinth of knowing when they might expect to see Paul himself, or one of his colleagues, so he outlines something of their plans. It is not lack of will that prevents them coming, but the Lord's business elsewhere. He is reminding us that it is important that we let people who are dependent on us be fully aware of where we are and what we are doing.

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