1 Corinthians 4:20

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For the kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power.

Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

For the Kingdom of God is not in word, but in power.

World English Bible (WEB)

For{G1063} the kingdom{G932} of God{G2316} is not{G3756} in{G1722} word{G3056}, but{G235} in{G1722} power{G1411}.

Strong's King James

(20) because the Kingdom of The אֱלֹהִים Elohim-God isn't in word but in power.

The F.O.G

[20] For יהוה's Kingdom isn't about impressive speeches – it's about His transforming power at work in our lives!

The F.O.G Paraphrase

for not in word is the reign of God, but in power?

Young's Literal Translation

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1 Corinthians 4:20

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Jean Paul Joseph

1 Corinthians 4:20