1 Corinthians 16:8
1 Corinthians 16:8 in Multiple Translations
But I will stay in Ephesus until Pentecost,
But I will tarry at Ephesus until Pentecost.
But I will tarry at Ephesus until Pentecost;
But I will be at Ephesus till Pentecost;
However, I will stay on at Ephesus until Pentecost,
And I wil tary at Ephesus vntill Pentecost.
and I will remain in Ephesus till the Pentecost,
But I will stay at Ephesus until Pentecost,
But I shall tarry at Ephesus until Pentecost.
But I will tarry at Ephesus until Pentecost.
But I will stay here in Ephesus city until after the Pentecost festival.
But right now I will stay here until that day called Pentecost comes.
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Study Notes — 1 Corinthians 16:8
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Corinthians 16:8
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- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 16:8
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 16:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 16:8
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 16:8
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Corinthians 16:8
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Corinthians 16:8
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 16:8
- Sermons on 1 Corinthians 16:8
Context — Paul’s Travel Plans
8But I will stay in Ephesus until Pentecost,
9because a great door for effective work has opened to me, even though many oppose me. 10If Timothy comes, see to it that he has nothing to fear while he is with you, for he is doing the work of the Lord, just as I am.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Acts 2:1 | When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. |
| 2 | Exodus 23:16 | You are also to keep the Feast of Harvest with the firstfruits of the produce from what you sow in the field. And keep the Feast of Ingathering at the end of the year, when you gather your produce from the field. |
| 3 | Acts 18:19 | When they reached Ephesus, Paul parted ways with Priscilla and Aquila. He himself went into the synagogue there and reasoned with the Jews. |
| 4 | Leviticus 23:15–21 | From the day after the Sabbath, the day you brought the sheaf of the wave offering, you are to count off seven full weeks. You shall count off fifty days until the day after the seventh Sabbath, and then present an offering of new grain to the LORD. Bring two loaves of bread from your dwellings as a wave offering, each made from two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour, baked with leaven, as the firstfruits to the LORD. Along with the bread you are to present seven unblemished male lambs a year old, one young bull, and two rams. They will be a burnt offering to the LORD, together with their grain offerings and drink offerings—an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. You shall also prepare one male goat as a sin offering and two male lambs a year old as a peace offering. The priest is to wave the lambs as a wave offering before the LORD, together with the bread of the firstfruits. The bread and the two lambs shall be holy to the LORD for the priest. On that same day you are to proclaim a sacred assembly, and you must not do any regular work. This is to be a permanent statute wherever you live for the generations to come. |
| 5 | 1 Corinthians 15:32 | If I fought wild beasts in Ephesus for human motives, what did I gain? If the dead are not raised, “Let us eat and drink, for tomorrow we die.” |
1 Corinthians 16:8 Summary
[The Apostle Paul decided to stay in Ephesus until Pentecost because he wanted to make the most of the opportunity to spread the Gospel. This shows that he was strategic in his ministry, choosing to stay in places where he could have a significant impact. In the same way, we can seek to be intentional in our witness, looking for opportunities to share the Gospel with others, as encouraged in Matthew 28:18-20 and Acts 1:8. By being sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit, we can make a significant impact for the Kingdom of God, just like the Apostle Paul did in Ephesus.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Apostle Paul decide to stay in Ephesus until Pentecost?
The Apostle Paul decided to stay in Ephesus until Pentecost because a great door for effective work had opened to him, as mentioned in 1 Corinthians 16:9, and he wanted to make the most of the opportunity to spread the Gospel, similar to the way he acted in Acts 18:10 when he was encouraged to stay in Corinth.
What is the significance of Pentecost in the context of this verse?
Pentecost, also known as the Feast of Weeks, was an important Jewish festival that occurred 50 days after the Passover, as described in Leviticus 23:15-16 and Deuteronomy 16:9-11, and it was a time when many Jews would gather in Jerusalem, providing a great opportunity for the Apostle Paul to preach the Gospel to a large audience, as seen in Acts 2:1-47.
How does this verse relate to the Apostle Paul's overall ministry strategy?
This verse shows that the Apostle Paul was strategic in his ministry, choosing to stay in places where he could have a significant impact, such as Ephesus, and timing his travels to coincide with important events like Pentecost, much like he did when he traveled to Jerusalem for the Feast of Unleavened Bread in Acts 20:16.
What can we learn from the Apostle Paul's decision to stay in Ephesus until Pentecost?
We can learn the importance of being strategic and intentional in our ministry and witness, seeking to make the most of every opportunity to spread the Gospel, as encouraged in Ephesians 5:16 and Colossians 4:5, and being sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit, as seen in Acts 16:6-10.
Reflection Questions
- What are some opportunities in your life where you can make a significant impact for the Gospel, and how can you be strategic in your approach?
- How can you, like the Apostle Paul, seek to make the most of every opportunity to spread the Gospel, whether in your daily conversations or in your travels?
- What are some ways you can be more intentional in your ministry and witness, and how can you seek to be led by the Holy Spirit in your decisions?
- How can you balance the need to be strategic in your ministry with the need to be flexible and open to the leading of the Holy Spirit, as seen in Acts 16:6-10?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Corinthians 16:8
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Corinthians 16:8
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 16:8
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 16:8
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 16:8
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 16:8
Cambridge Bible on 1 Corinthians 16:8
Barnes' Notes on 1 Corinthians 16:8
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 16:8
Sermons on 1 Corinthians 16:8
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David Guzik Testimony by David Guzik | This sermon from 1 Corinthians chapter 16 focuses on the concept of open doors in our lives, emphasizing the importance of recognizing, embracing, and walking through the opportuni |
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1 Corinthians 16 by John Nelson Darby | John Nelson Darby emphasizes the importance of recognizing and responding to the open doors for ministry despite facing adversaries. He shares personal experiences of perseverance |
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(1 Peter - Part 1): Introduction to 1st Peter by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the role of Peter in the early Church and his ability to effectively communicate the wonders of the Holy Spirit. The speaker also acknowledge |
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The Revival Hymn by Compilations | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the mission to spread the word of God. He shares a story about the Moravian missions and how their purpose was for the land |
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A Man of God by Leonard Ravenhill | This sermon reflects on a 70-year journey of faith, witnessing various church tragedies and worldly events, yet remaining steadfast by looking up to Jesus, reading the Word, and fo |
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Revival on the Isle of Lewis by Duncan Campbell | In this sermon transcript, the speaker shares a powerful testimony of a revival that took place in a parish. The revival began when four young girls, aged 16, prayed for their head |
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Grieving the Spirit by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of worldliness and its impact on society. He shares a personal experience of witnessing a young lady being shocked by a prayer du |






