1 Corinthians 16:19-20
The gospel creates a family of believers who share unity and sincere love.
19 The assemblies of Asia greet you. Aquila and Priscilla greet you much in the Lord, together with the assembly that is in their house.
20 All the brothers greet you. Greet one another with a holy kiss.
The gospel creates a family of believers who share unity and sincere love.
Paul conveys greetings from the churches and believers associated with him and instructs the Corinthians to greet one another with holy affection as members of Christ’s family.
As Paul moves toward the final conclusion of the letter, he highlights the interconnected nature of the early church. Greetings from other congregations reinforce that the Corinthians are not isolated but part of a broader body of believers. The reference to a house church illustrates how early Christian communities gathered in homes, fostering close fellowship and mutual care among believers.
The early Christian movement developed networks of churches across cities and regions. Greetings from the churches of Asia and from Aquila and Priscilla reflect the relational bonds formed through missionary work and shared faith. House churches were the primary setting for Christian gatherings during this period.
Ordered Giving, Open Doors, Faithful Labor, and Final Exhortations in the Lord
Because the church belongs to the risen Lord and participates in his mission, believers must live out resurrection-shaped faith through ordered generosity, steadfast courage, loving conduct, submission to faithful servants, and eager hope for the Lord’s coming.