1 Corinthians 12:3

3 Therefore I make known to you that no one speaking 1by the Spirit of God says, "Jesus is 2accursed "; and no one can say, "Jesus is 3Lord," except 4by the Holy Spirit.

1 Corinthians 12:3 In-Context

1 Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I do not want you to be unaware.
2 You know that when you were pagans, you were led astray to the mute idols, however you were led.
3 Therefore I make known to you that no one speaking by the Spirit of God says, "Jesus is accursed "; and no one can say, "Jesus is Lord ," except by the Holy Spirit.
4 Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit.
5 And there are varieties of ministries, and the same Lord .

Cross References 4

  • 1. Matthew 22:43; 1 John 4:2; Revelation 1:10
  • 2. Romans 9:3
  • 3. John 13:13; Romans 10:9
  • 4. Matthew 22:43; 1 John 4:2; Revelation 1:10

Footnotes 3

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