1 Corinthians 15:24
Then cometh the end, when he shall have delivered up the kingdom to God, even the Father; when he shall have put down all rule and all authority and power.
1 Corinthians 15:24
Then cometh the end, when he shall have delivered up the kingdom to God, even the Father; when he shall have put down all rule and all authority and power. This verse leads us to the consummation: Christ conquers every power, completes His victory, and hands the kingdom back to the Father after fully defeating all opposition. It frames the end of the current age—from cosmic powers to personal temptations—as part of God’s plan toward a final, universal reign of righteousness.
Key themes include eschatology, the victory of Christ, and the ultimate sovereignty of God. It shows the cosmic scope of Jesus’ lordship and the rightful heirship of the Father over all creation.
This passage invites believers to trust God in times of conflict and injustice, knowing that Christ’s return will consummate His victory. It encourages faithful service now, with a sense of hope that all wrongs will be set right. It also motivates worship and reverence, acknowledging that the end-game is God’s glory and the restoration of all things.
Cross-References: Revelation 21:1-5; Daniel 7:13-14; 1 Corinthians 15:25-28; Philippians 2:9-11