Bible Strands
1 Corinthians 5:4
When you are assembled in the name of our Lord Jesus and I am with you in spirit, along with the power of the Lord Jesus,
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul addresses the Corinthian church regarding a case of sexual immorality. He speaks at the moment the congregation gathers for formal disciplinary action.
The words — The phrase ἐν ὀνόματι (en onomati) translates literally as "in name." The text states that the assembly acts under this designation, while interpreters infer it signifies delegated authority rather than mere verbal invocation.
The thread — The text links communal judgment to Christ's authority in Matthew 16:19, Matthew 18:16, and John 20:23. Interpreters note these passages share the pattern of earthly decisions reflecting heavenly reality.
Why it lands — The text requires the reader to submit to the assembly's judgment as a spiritual act carried out with Christ's power. Interpreters conclude this demands the reader treat church discipline as divine administration rather than human opinion.
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The Greek words
King James Version
In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, when ye are gathered together, and my spirit, with the power of our Lord Jesus Christ,
Cross-references
- John 20:23 If you forgive anyone his sins, they are forgiven; if you withhold forgiveness from anyone, it is withheld.”
- Matthew 16:19 I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.”
- Matthew 18:16 But if he will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ‘every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.’
- 2 Corinthians 13:3 since you are demanding proof that Christ is speaking through me. He is not weak in dealing with you but is powerful among you.
- Colossians 3:17 And whatever you do, in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.
- 2 Thessalonians 3:6 Now we command you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to keep away from any brother who leads an undisciplined life that is not in keeping with the tradition you received from us.
- Matthew 18:20 For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them.”
- Matthew 28:18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.
- Matthew 28:20 and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”
- Acts 16:18 She continued this for many days. Eventually Paul grew so aggravated that he turned and said to the spirit, “In the name of Jesus Christ I command you to come out of her!” And the spirit left her at that very moment.