1 Corinthians 4:20

20 For the kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power.

1 Corinthians 4:20 in Other Translations

KJV
20 For the kingdom of God is not in word, but in power.
ESV
20 For the kingdom of God does not consist in talk but in power.
NLT
20 For the Kingdom of God is not just a lot of talk; it is living by God’s power.
MSG
20 God's Way is not a matter of mere talk; it's an empowered life.
CSB
20 For the kingdom of God is not in talk but in power.

1 Corinthians 4:20 In-Context

18 Some of you have become arrogant, as if I were not coming to you.
19 But I will come to you very soon, if the Lord is willing, and then I will find out not only how these arrogant people are talking, but what power they have.
20 For the kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power.
21 What do you prefer? Shall I come to you with a rod of discipline, or shall I come in love and with a gentle spirit?

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