“I planted, Apollos watered, but God caused the growth.”
1 Corinthians 3:6
Lumin’s Faithful Translation
The setting
Paul wrote this letter to address divisions in the early church at Corinth, where believers were aligning themselves with different leaders. In the first-century Mediterranean world, farming imagery was familiar to illustrate how various people contribute to a shared outcome without claiming full credit. The focus remains on God's sovereign role in spiritual development within the community of faith.
Reflection
How does recognizing God as the source of growth in this verse change the way you approach a specific act of service or discipleship?
A prayer
God, guide my efforts in serving others so that I trust you fully for any growth that comes.
Carry it with you
Identify one practical way to support another's growth in faith or service today, such as offering encouragement or practical help, then release the outcome to God without measuring your impact.
