1 Corinthians 5:4

In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,.... These words contain an account of the several things and circumstances, that should attend the awful act of the apostle, in delivering this man to Satan; it…

In the name ... - By the authority; or in the behalf; or acting by his commission or power. 2Co 2:10. See the note at Act 3:6. This does not refer to Paul alone in declaring his opinion, but means…

In the name of our Lord Jesus - Who is the head of the Church; and under whose authority every act is to be performed.

And my spirit - My apostolical authority derived from him; with the power, συν…

Here the apostle states the case; and,

I. Lets them know what was the common or general report concerning them, that one of their community was guilty of fornication, Co1 5:1. It was told in all…

in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ This may be taken (1) with -I have judged" in 1Co 5:5; (2) with when ye are gathered together, or (3) with to deliver such a one unto Satan. Of these (1) and (3)…