"For there must be also heresies among you, that they which are approved may be made manifest among you," 1 Corinthians 11:19.

The word 'heresy' is derived from the storming of a city and the taking over of it. Divisions come about when the mind and heart has been taken captive by a falsehood, an error. The word 'division' verse 18, means "a rent or a tear", Matt 9:16.

I. The presence of alien notions and conduct are distressing to believers.

II. In the wonderful wisdom and overruling providence of God even heresies serve a purpose.

III. Here then is a solemn call to faithfulness to God and His Word.