ESV Reformation Study Bible – 1 Cor 7:21
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1 Cor 7:21

7:21 Do not be concerned. The desire to attain a better condition is not wrong, as the rest of the verse makes clear. However, Paul does not want Christians troubling themselves about a situation that cannot be changed. Dissatisfaction and complaint can be fatal spiritually (10:10): they reflect lack of confidence in God.