“…Act like men, be strong”

by | Feb 25, 2025 | Articles, Mentors Corner

When studying this verse, 1 Corinthians 13:16, in capturing the essence of this scripture, it should produce a new understanding, a new vision, a new anchor in the chamber of your heart. “BE” is a word that should not be taking lightly. First we need to understand that the word BE is considered a linking verb that is called “substantive.” Most importantly we need to carefully dig deep and look at the meaning of substantive, and specifically how it relates when using the word “BE” in 1 Corinthians 16:13. Substantive: It means to have a firm basis in reality and therefore important or meaningful, to be fixed; to exist; to have a real state or existence, to be made, to be, to become. to remain. This is forming a particular future tense and expresses a duty, a necessity or a purpose. What makes this so important is that this understanding should ignite a passion and our desire to Be alert, stand firm in our faith, act like men and Be strong. So now let’s combine the word “BE with STRONG”,  and take a fresh look at what it means to “BE STRONG”, To “BE STRONG”: Being Strong should have a firm basis in everyday life and is important and meaningful. We are called to be fixed in a position of strength. This is a state we are to exist in, now and in the future, out of a necessity and with purpose. Specifically as a member of the family of God, this is our duty. So with this new insight take a glance at a portion of the way...