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(Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/1_corinthians/12.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/1_corinthians/12.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />There are different kinds of service, but we serve the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/1_corinthians/12.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />and there are varieties of service, but the same Lord;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />There are different ministries, but the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />and there are varieties of services, but the same Lord;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/12.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And there are differences of administrations, but the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_corinthians/12.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />There are differences of ministries, but the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_corinthians/12.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />And there are varieties of ministries, and the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/12.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />And there are varieties of ministries, and the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_corinthians/12.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And there are varieties of ministries, and the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And there are varieties of ministries, and the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_corinthians/12.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />And there are [distinctive] varieties of ministries <i>and</i> service, but it is the same Lord [who is served].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />There are different ministries, but the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />There are different ministries, but the same Lord. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_corinthians/12.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And there are diversities of ministrations, and the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/1_corinthians/12.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />There are different ways to serve the same Lord, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_corinthians/12.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And there are diversities of ministrations, and the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_corinthians/12.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />There are different ways of serving, and yet the same Lord is served.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_corinthians/12.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />There are different ways of serving, but the same Lord is served. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_corinthians/12.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />and there are varieties of ministries, but the same Lord. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />There are different ministries, but the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_corinthians/12.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />And there are different ministries, but the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_corinthians/12.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />There are various kinds of service, and the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_corinthians/12.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And there are differences of administrations, but the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/1_corinthians/12.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />various forms of official service, and yet one and the same Lord;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_corinthians/12.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />There are various kinds of service, and the same Lord. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_corinthians/12.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and there are diversities of ministries, and the same Lord;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />and there are varieties of services, but the same Lord;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_corinthians/12.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and there are diversities of ministrations, and the same Lord;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_corinthians/12.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And there are distinctions of services, and the same Lord.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And there are diversities of ministries, but the same Lord; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_corinthians/12.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And there are diverse ministries, but the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_corinthians/12.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />there are different forms of service but the same Lord;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_corinthians/12.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />and there are varieties of services, but the same Lord;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_corinthians/12.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And there are diversities of ministries, but there is only one LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_corinthians/12.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />And there are diversities of ministries, however, THE LORD JEHOVAH is One.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/1_corinthians/12.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />and there are diversities of ministries, but the same Lord;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/1_corinthians/12.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />and there are diversities of ministries, and the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/1_corinthians/12.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />And there are diversities of services, but the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/1_corinthians/12.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />and there are different offices, but the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/1_corinthians/12.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />various forms of official service, and yet one and the same Lord;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/1_corinthians/12.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />And there are diversities of ministries, and the same Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/1_corinthians/12.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />and there are diversities of operations,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_corinthians/12-5.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/g-wZWoK_LZU?start=2519" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Spiritual Gifts</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">4</span>There are different gifts, but the same Spirit. <span class="reftext">5</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: eisin (V-PIA-3P) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">There are</a> <a href="/greek/1243.htm" title="1243: diaireseis (N-NFP) -- Division, distribution, difference, distinction. From diaireo; a distinction or variety.">different</a> <a href="/greek/1248.htm" title="1248: diakoniōn (N-GFP) -- Waiting at table; in a wider sense: service, ministration. From diakonos; attendance; figuratively aid, service.">ministries,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">but</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autos (PPro-NM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">same</a> <a href="/greek/2962.htm" title="2962: Kyrios (N-NMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">Lord.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">6</span>There are different ways of working, but the same God works all things in all people.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-4.htm">Romans 12:4-8</a></span><br />Just as each of us has one body with many members, and not all members have the same function, / so in Christ we who are many are one body, and each member belongs to one another. / We have different gifts according to the grace given us. If one’s gift is prophecy, let him use it in proportion to his faith; ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-11.htm">Ephesians 4:11-12</a></span><br />And it was He who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, / to equip the saints for works of ministry and to build up the body of Christ,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/4-10.htm">1 Peter 4:10-11</a></span><br />As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another. / If anyone speaks, he should speak as one conveying the words of God. If anyone serves, he should serve with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-6.htm">Romans 12:6</a></span><br />We have different gifts according to the grace given us. If one’s gift is prophecy, let him use it in proportion to his faith;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-4.htm">Ephesians 4:4-6</a></span><br />There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; / one Lord, one faith, one baptism; / one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/7-7.htm">1 Corinthians 7:7</a></span><br />I wish that all men were as I am. But each man has his own gift from God; one has this gift, another has that.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/3-5.htm">1 Corinthians 3:5</a></span><br />What then is Apollos? And what is Paul? They are servants through whom you believed, as the Lord has assigned to each his role.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/14-26.htm">1 Corinthians 14:26</a></span><br />What then shall we say, brothers? When you come together, everyone has a psalm or a teaching, a revelation, a tongue, or an interpretation. All of these must be done to build up the church.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/3-8.htm">1 Corinthians 3:8</a></span><br />He who plants and he who waters are one in purpose, and each will be rewarded according to his own labor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/4-1.htm">1 Corinthians 4:1</a></span><br />So then, men ought to regard us as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/3-6.htm">2 Corinthians 3:6</a></span><br />And He has qualified us as ministers of a new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/4-1.htm">2 Corinthians 4:1</a></span><br />Therefore, since God in His mercy has given us this ministry, we do not lose heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/5-18.htm">2 Corinthians 5:18</a></span><br />All this is from God, who reconciled us to Himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/6-4.htm">2 Corinthians 6:4</a></span><br />Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way: in great endurance; in troubles, hardships, and calamities;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/11-23.htm">2 Corinthians 11:23</a></span><br />Are they servants of Christ? (I am speaking as if I were out of my mind.) I am so much more: in harder labor, in more imprisonments, in worse beatings, in frequent danger of death.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And there are differences of administrations, but the same Lord.</p><p class="hdg">administrations.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">1 Corinthians 12:28,29</a></b></br> And God hath set some in the church, first apostles, secondarily prophets, thirdly teachers, after that miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/12-6.htm">Romans 12:6-8</a></b></br> Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, whether prophecy, <i>let us prophesy</i> according to the proportion of faith; … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ephesians/4-11.htm">Ephesians 4:11,12</a></b></br> And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; … </p><p class="hdg">but.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_corinthians/8-6.htm">1 Corinthians 8:6</a></b></br> But to us <i>there is but</i> one God, the Father, of whom <i>are</i> all things, and we in him; and one Lord Jesus Christ, by whom <i>are</i> all things, and we by him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/23-10.htm">Matthew 23:10</a></b></br> Neither be ye called masters: for one is your Master, <i>even</i> Christ.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/acts/10-36.htm">Acts 10:36</a></b></br> The word which <i>God</i> sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ: (he is Lord of all:)</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">Administrations</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-19.htm">Differences</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-4.htm">Different</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-4.htm">Distinctions</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-4.htm">Diversities</a> <a href="/romans/1-30.htm">Forms</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-4.htm">Kinds</a> <a href="/acts/28-7.htm">Official</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/9-13.htm">Servants</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/9-13.htm">Service</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/9-13.htm">Services</a> <a href="/romans/1-29.htm">Sorts</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-4.htm">Varieties</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-4.htm">Various</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">Administrations</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-19.htm">Differences</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-9.htm">Different</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-6.htm">Distinctions</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-6.htm">Diversities</a> <a href="/james/3-7.htm">Forms</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-6.htm">Kinds</a> <a href="/2_kings/18-24.htm">Official</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-13.htm">Servants</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">Service</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/9-1.htm">Services</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-10.htm">Sorts</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-6.htm">Varieties</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-6.htm">Various</a><div class="vheading2">1 Corinthians 12</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-1.htm">Spiritual gifts,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-4.htm">are diverse,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-7.htm">yet to profit all.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-8.htm">And to that end are diversely bestowed;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-12.htm">as the members of a natural body tend all to the mutual decency,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-22.htm">service,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">26. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-26.htm">and helpfulness of the same body;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">27. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-27.htm">so we should do for one another, to make up the body of Christ.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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This term is foundational in understanding the role of believers within the body of Christ. Historically, "diakonia" was used to describe the work of a servant or attendant, emphasizing humility and dedication. In the early church, this concept was revolutionary, as it elevated the act of serving to a divine calling. The diversity of ministries reflects the multifaceted nature of the church, where each believer is called to serve in unique ways, contributing to the edification of the whole body. This diversity is not a cause for division but a celebration of the manifold grace of God, as each ministry is empowered by the Holy Spirit for the common good.<p><b>but the same Lord</b><br />The word "Lord" in Greek is "Kyrios," a title of authority and divinity, often used in the New Testament to refer to Jesus Christ. This phrase underscores the unity that exists within the diversity of ministries. While there are various forms of service, they are all under the lordship of Christ. This unity in diversity is a central theme in Paul's letters, emphasizing that all believers, regardless of their specific roles or gifts, are united under the leadership and authority of Jesus. Historically, this was a radical concept in a world divided by class, ethnicity, and religion. The early church's recognition of one Lord over all ministries served as a powerful testimony to the transformative power of the Gospel, breaking down barriers and fostering a community rooted in love and mutual respect. This unity calls believers to focus on their shared mission and purpose, serving together for the glory of God and the advancement of His kingdom.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_corinthians/12.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 5.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Administrations</span>. Different individuals render different services, and even apply the same gifts in different ways, as we see in <a href="/romans/12-6.htm">Romans 12:6-8</a>. <span class="cmt_word">The same Lord</span>. Who, as Head of the Church, directs all ministries and assigns all functions. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_corinthians/12-5.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">There are</span><br /><span class="grk">εἰσιν</span> <span class="translit">(eisin)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> </span><span class="str2">I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">different</span><br /><span class="grk">διαιρέσεις</span> <span class="translit">(diaireseis)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1243.htm">Strong's 1243: </a> </span><span class="str2">Division, distribution, difference, distinction. From diaireo; a distinction or variety.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">ministries,</span><br /><span class="grk">διακονιῶν</span> <span class="translit">(diakoniōn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Genitive Feminine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1248.htm">Strong's 1248: </a> </span><span class="str2">Waiting at table; in a wider sense: service, ministration. From diakonos; attendance; figuratively aid, service.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but</span><br /><span class="grk">καὶ</span> <span class="translit">(kai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> </span><span class="str2">And, even, also, namely. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">the</span><br /><span class="grk">ὁ</span> <span class="translit">(ho)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article - Nominative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">same</span><br /><span class="grk">αὐτὸς</span> <span class="translit">(autos)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative Masculine 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> </span><span class="str2">He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Lord.</span><br /><span class="grk">Κύριος</span> <span class="translit">(Kyrios)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2962.htm">Strong's 2962: </a> </span><span class="str2">Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_corinthians/12-5.htm">1 Corinthians 12:5 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_corinthians/12-5.htm">1 Corinthians 12:5 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_corinthians/12-5.htm">1 Corinthians 12:5 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/12-5.htm">1 Corinthians 12:5 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/12-5.htm">1 Corinthians 12:5 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_corinthians/12-5.htm">1 Corinthians 12:5 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_corinthians/12-5.htm">1 Corinthians 12:5 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_corinthians/12-5.htm">1 Corinthians 12:5 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_corinthians/12-5.htm">1 Corinthians 12:5 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_corinthians/12-5.htm">1 Corinthians 12:5 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_corinthians/12-5.htm">NT Letters: 1 Corinthians 12:5 There are various kinds of service (1 Cor. 1C iC 1Cor i cor icor) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-4.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Corinthians 12:4"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Corinthians 12:4" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-6.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Corinthians 12:6"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Corinthians 12:6" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>