Word Information
Word: Epitropē (Gk)
English: commission/trust
commission/trust – Epitropē – ἐπιτροπή
Source: Strong’s Concordance
Author: James Strong
"If I preach voluntarily, I have a reward; if not voluntarily, I am simply discharging the trust (epitropē) committed to me.” 1 Corinthians 9:17
Strong’s Definition
-a turning over (to another), a referring of a thing to another, and so a committal of full powers, “a commission”
The Greek word “epitropē” (ἐπιτροπή) is used in the New Testament in various contexts, primarily denoting the act of commissioning, entrusting responsibilities, or stewardship.
Luke 12:42
The Lord answered, ‘Who then is the faithful and wise manager, whom the master puts in charge of his servants to give them their food allowance at the proper time?’
1 Corinthians 4:1-2
Let a man so consider us, as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God. Moreover it is required in stewards that one be found faithful.
Sizzling Sunday: 12th November 2023
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