Deity of Christ
Doesn't Paul's admission in 1 Corinthians 7:25 that he is giving his own opinion disprove the Christian claim that the entire Bible is inspired?
Quick answer
The Christian response clarifies that Paul's use of the term 'opinion' refers to his judgment in a specific context, not a denial of inspiration. Paul was addressing a unique situation faced by the Corinthians, and as an apostle, he had the authority to provide guidance on matters not directly addressed by Christ.
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Key verses
1 Corinthians 7:25bible
Now concerning the unmarried, I have no command of the Lord, but I give my opinion as one who by the Lord's mercy is trustworthy.
Matthew 10:40bible
He who receives you receives me, and he who receives me receives the one who sent me.
Matthew 16:19bible
Whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.
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