1 Corinthians 16:5-12

Paul and others to visit Corinth -- 1 Corinthians 16:5-12: Paul had a desire to visit Corinth again. He hoped to see them when he passed through Macedonia. Paul told them that he might stay all winter there and that they could help him on his journey. He wanted them to go with him and to provide the things that were needed for the work that was planned. All of Paul's plans were subject to the will of the Lord. We too must live our life by the thought "if the Lord permits" or "if the Lord will." Our life must be subject to the will of the Lord. Paul planned to stay in Ephesus until Pentecost. Pentecost was a national feast as well as a religious matter. He wanted to be there at Pentecost because a wonderful door of opportunity was open for this work. Paul faced many adversaries there. He did not want to leave quickly allowing the evil to think that they had won.

Paul encouraged the brethren to receive Timothy and Apollos if they were able to visit. Paul said Timothy was doing the Lord's work, just as he was. Paul also wanted Apollos to visit Corinth. He was a good man and Paul felt that he could help the work there.