Neville Goddard on 1 Corinthians 16:8-16 - Mystical Bible Interpretation

Read 1 Corinthians 16 in context

Scripture Focus

8But I will tarry at Ephesus until Pentecost.

9For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries.

10Now if Timotheus come, see that he may be with you without fear: for he worketh the work of the Lord, as I also do.

11Let no man therefore despise him: but conduct him forth in peace, that he may come unto me: for I look for him with the brethren.

12As touching our brother Apollos, I greatly desired him to come unto you with the brethren: but his will was not at all to come at this time; but he will come when he shall have convenient time.

13Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.

14Let all your things be done with charity.

15I beseech you, brethren, (ye know the house of Stephanas, that it is the firstfruits of Achaia, and that they have addicted themselves to the ministry of the saints,)

16That ye submit yourselves unto such, and to every one that helpeth with us, and laboureth.

1 Corinthians 16:8-16

Biblical Context

Paul speaks of remaining where opportunity arises despite opposition, guiding Timotheus and Apollos, and urging steadfast faith, mature conduct, charity, and cooperative unity among those who labor together.

Neville's Inner Vision

Within your consciousness, a great door is opened when you refuse to yield to the adversaries of doubt; to tarry until Pentecost is to linger with the inner sensation until the outpouring of spiritual energy occurs. Timotheus and Apollos symbolize aspects of your mind—discipline and readiness—doing the work of the Lord as you align with your true vocation. Watch, stand fast in faith, be strong, and let all your acts be performed with charity; love is the atmosphere in which perception clears. The house of Stephanas represents inner servants devoted to ministering the saints within you; submit to such inner workers and to every companion who labors with you, that unity may arise in your consciousness. In this inner economy, outward ministry mirrors a growing alignment with the divine plan, inviting further manifestation as you persist in love and disciplined focus.

Practice This Now

Close your eyes and assume the feeling that a great door is now opened in your life. See Timotheus standing with you, ready to do the work of the Lord, and move forward in charity as you step through the opening.