Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on 1 Corinthians 7:26 in English Standard Version "I think that in view of the present distress it is good for a person to remain as he is." 1Co 7:1 Now concerning the matters about which you wrote: “It is good for a man not to have sexual relations with a woman.” 1Co 7:8 To the unmarried and the widows I say that it is good for them to remain single, as I am.