Category: Sectarianism

The heading found in my Bible (NKJV) in 1 Corinthians 3 is “Sectarianism is Carnal.” Now, the headings are not inspired, it is simply the translator trying to give a very quick and concise summary of the paragraph’s content.  But, in this instance, it seems to be well considered.  This is certainly true.

Let’s first talk definitions.  Sectarianism — excessive attachment to a particular sect or party, especially in religion (Oxford Languages).  The word is not found in the New Testament writings, but the concept surely is.  In chapter 1 of the text, Paul admonished the Corinthians for following after different men, “Now I say this, that each of you says, “I am of Paul,” or “I am of Apollos,” or “I am of Cephas,” or “I am of Christ.” Is Christ divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Or were you baptized in the name of Paul?” (1 Corinthians 1:12-13). Continue reading “Mere Men” →