1 Corinthians 16:12

As for our brother Apollos, I have repeatedly urged him to accompany the brethren who are coming to you: but he is quite resolved not to do so at present. He will come, however, when he has a good opportunity.

Weymouth NT (1912)

In The King James Version

As touching our brother Apollos, I greatly desired him to come unto you with the brethren: but his will was not at all to come at this time; but he will come when he shall have convenient time.

In Context

11Therefore let no one slight him, but all of you should help him forward in peace to join me; for I am waiting for him and others of the brethren.

13Be on the alert; stand firm in the faith; acquit yourselves like men; be strong.

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Cross References

Acts 24:25But when he dealt with the subjects of justice, self-control, and the judgement which was soon to come, Felix became alarmed and said, "For the present leave me, and when I can find a convenient opportunity I will send for you."

1 Corinthians 3:5What then is Apollos? And what is Paul? They are just God's servants, through whose efforts, and as the Lord granted power to each, you accepted the faith.

Titus 3:4But when the goodness of God our Saviour, and His love to man, dawned upon us, not in consequence of things which we,

Matthew Henry on 1 Corinthians 16:11-13

The Apostle Recommends Timothy; General Directions. ( a. d. 57.) 10 Now if Timotheus come, see that he may be with you without fear: for he worketh the work of the Lord, as I also do. 11 Let no man therefore despise him: but conduct him forth in peace, that he may come unto me: for I look for him with the brethren. 12 As touching our brother Apollos, I greatly desired him to come unto you with the brethren: but his will was not at all to come at this time; but he will come when he shall have convenient time. In… Read the whole commentary →

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