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I Corinthians

The Strong to Esteem

Paul reminds us who we are to be in Christ and then gives an example of such a people.

I Corinthians 16:13-18

December 10, 2023

On Hospitality and Other Things

Paul discusses his travel plans and encourages the Corinthians to accept Timothy when he arrives.

I Corinthians 16:5-12

November 19, 2023

Thoughts on Collection and Other Things

Paul begins to conclude the letter by leaving some instructions for an upcoming collection for the saints.

I Corinthians 16:1-4

November 12, 2023

Be Steadfast for all will be made New

An encouragement to continue on in faithfulness knowing that it is not in vain.

I Corinthians 15:50-58

October 29, 2023

The Wisdom of God

Paul deals with that kind of body will be raised.

I Corinthians 15:35-44

October 8, 2023

Wake from your Drunken Stupor

Paul criticizes the Corinthians because some have no knowledge of God.

I Corinthians 15:29-34

September 24, 2023

Christus Victor

Paul shows how the reality of Christ rising from the grave has impacts on those who believe.

I Corinthians 15:20-28

September 17, 2023

If Not True

Paul considers the ramifications if the dead are not raised.

I Corinthians 15:12-19

September 10, 2023

This Historic Salvation

Paul hands down what has been taught concerning the Gospel of Jesus.

I Corinthians 15:1-11

September 3, 2023

Decently, Orderly, and in Truth

Paul concludes the argument concerning the necessity of order within the congregation.

I Corinthians 14:46-40

August 27, 2023

A Reflection

We take time to consider versus 34-35.

I Corinthians 14:33b-35

August 21, 2023

Order over Chaos

Paul shows the way for us to have an orderly service grounded in the character of God.

I Corinthians 14:26-33a

August 13, 2023

Congregational Gatherings Continued

Further reflection on gathering together.

I Corinthians 14:13-19

Congregational Gatherings

Paul continues to consider the purpose of gathering together.

I Corinthians 14:6-12

To Gather to Build

Paul begins showing that as we gather we should seek to build one another up in love.

I Corinthians 14:1-5

Love Goes On...and On...and On...

Paul considers the eschatological by reminding the Corinthians that the Spiritual Manifestations are for a time, but love is eternal.

I Corinthians 13:8-13

Love Is...

Paul continues on the topic of love by giving it a definition.

I Corinthians 13:4-7

A Foundation of Love

Paul describes the more excellent way, showing that without love we lose meaning.

I Corinthians 13:1-3

Congregational Purpose

Paul concludes the analogy of the "body" by declaring the Church is the body of Christ with different members but all necessary for the whole.

I Corinthians 12:27-31

Value in the Design

Paul utilizes the body as an image for the need for many and the whole when it comes to the congregation.

I Corinthians 12:15-26

On Unity

Paul begins the analogy of the body, showing also the unifying force for believers.

I Corinthians 12:12-14

Concerning Spiritual Gifts

Paul continues his discussion on Spiritual gifts, and we look at what may mean for us today.

I Corinthians 12:4-11

Jesus is Lord

Paul begins a new discussion on Spiritual Gifts.

I Corinthians 12:1-3

Concerning Communion

We break down the different views concerning Communion, and the main focus which is Christ.

I Corinthians 11:23-34

Show No Partiality

Paul further examines the Corinthians method of worship through Communion.

I Corinthians 11:17-22

Concerning Gender

Paul continues his thoughts on the idea of liberty in Christ and how this relates to gender.

I Corinthians 11:7-16

Proper Worship Focus

Paul reminds the Corinthians that the purpose of worship is to honor God.

I Corinthians 11:2-6

Tying Up Loose Threads

Paul finishes the argument concerning food sacrificed to idols.

I Corinthians 10:23-11:1

Fellowship with Demons

Paul begins to close the argument against eating sacrificed meat in the pagan temples.

I Corinthians 10:14-22

The Common Experience

Paul reminds the Corinthians that the temptations they face are not so different from those faced in the past.

I Corinthians 10:1-13

February 26, 2023

Keep Your Eyes on the Prize

Paul shows us the way to keep our eyes on Christ.

I Corinthians 9:15-27

February 19, 2023

A Different Perspective

Paul considers his rights as an apostle and how he foregoes those rights for the sake of others.

I Corinthians 9:1-14

February 12, 2023

Knowledge, Liberty, and Responsibility

Paul warns how knowledge can be utilized improperly and can lead to destruction.

I Corinthians 8:7-13

February 5, 2023

One God, One Lord

Paul refocuses on the foundation of the Christian faith.

I Corinthians 8:4-6

January 29, 2023

Love and Knowledge

Paul reminds us of the difference between love and knowledge.

I Corinthians 8:1-3

January 22, 2023

Freedom in Knowing Thyself

Paul reminds us how holiness and godliness do not necessarily fit into a particular paradigm.

I Corinthians 7:36-40

January 15, 2023

Worldly Concerns

Paul deals with the issue of having divided concerns in this life.

I Corinthians 7:32-35

January 8, 2023

The Vision

Paul reminds us where our vision should be.

I Corinthians 7:29-31

January 1, 2023

Potential Distress

Paul gives us a basis for making choices.

I Corinthians 7:25-28

December 11, 2022

Finding Contentment

Paul describes the call to be faithful regardless of where one finds oneself.

I Corinthians 7:17-24

December 4, 2022

The Divorce Question

Paul takes up the issue of divorce.

I Corinthians 7:10-16

November 20, 2022

Know Thyself

Paul describes the situations with the widow and widower and their freedom when it comes to following God's will.

I Corinthians 7:8-9

November 14, 2022

Glorify God with your Sexuality

After encouraging the Corinthians to glorify God with their bodies, Paul deals with subjects the Corinthians have addressed, starting with sexuality.

I Corinthians 7:1-7

October 30, 2022

A Biblical Understanding of the Physical Body

Is the physical vs spiritual dualism of the Corinthians correct? Paul argues against it in these verses.

I Corinthians 6:12-20

October 23, 2022

Do Not Be Deceived

Paul describes those who will not inherit the kingdom of God.

I Corinthians 6:9-11

October 16, 2022

Mediators

Paul criticizes the Corinthians for being unable to judge even trivial issues in their congregation, preferring to be mediated by the world for these cases.

I Corinthians 6:1-8

October 9, 2022

A Moral Responsibility

Paul reminds the Corinthians of multiple ways leaven can enter the congregation.

I Corinthians 5:9-13

October 2, 2022

Unleavened

Paul encourages the Corinthians to remember they are called to live in sincerity and truth.

I Corinthians 5:1-8

September 25, 2022

Words or Power?

Paul concludes his opening argument by pointing, again, back to Christ as our understanding and how this leads to transformation.

I Corinthians 4:14-21

September 19, 2022

Be Humble

Paul refocuses the Corinthians reminding them the Kingdom has dawned, but is not fully consummated.

I Corinthians 4:6-13

September 11, 2022

Rotten Fruit?

Paul reminds us God is more important to please than anyone else.

I Corinthians 4:1-5

September 4, 2022

All Are Yours

Paul makes some concluding remarks on what it means to belong to Jesus.

I Corinthians 3:18-23

August 28, 2022

The holy temple of God

Paul reminds the Corinthians that they corporately are the holy temple of God because the Holy Spirit is with them.

I Corinthians 3:16-17

August 21, 2022

Build what will Last

Paul uses the analogy of builders and shows what we build with has ramifications for our ministries.

I Corinthians 3:10-15

Spiritual Growth

Paul shows us the true foundation for growth.

I Corinthians 3:5-9

The Spirit or your flesh?

Paul describes the dichotomy of those who are living in the Spirit against those who live in the flesh.

I Corinthians 3:1-4

True Spiritual Wisdom

Paul describes the wisdom that comes from the Spirit of God.

I Corinthians 2:6-16

In Fear and Trembling

Paul further shows the power of the Gospel to save.

I Corinthians 2:1-5

Boast in the Lord

Paul reminds the Corinthians in whom they should boast for their salvation.

I Corinthians 1:26-31

Salvation in Folly and Weakness

The apostle Paul contrasts the difference between God and the world.

I Corinthians 1:18-25

Schism of a Lesser Kind

Paul details one of the problems arising at the Church in Corinth.

I Corinthians 1:10-17

The Space Between

Paul gives thanks to God on behalf of the Corinthian believers.

I Corinthians 1:4-9

Introduction to I Corinthians (Why I Corinthians?)

Detailing who wrote the letter, to whom the letter was written, and the necessity of God's power even from the beginning.

I Corinthians 1:1-3

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