These three aspects have been part of the sacred tradition since the days of Christ. They are still important today.
“I praise you for remembering me in everything and for holding to the traditions just as I passed them on to you.” (1 Corinthians 11 v 2)
It’s not sarcasm or simply being charming. This is an introduction to his answering of their question in the following section.
This is not just a complement. This is wisdom.
Wisdom
- If you are going to bring correction it is good to bring a commendation first, but it has to be true.
- Calls for encouragement.
- Is passing on what has been passed to you without changing it.
- From Christ to the apostles
- From the apostles to the Churches
- From the Churches to the following generations.
Missions Paul 