Some within Corinth believed “that there is no resurrection of the dead” (15:12). This erroneous belief undermines one of the most elemental theological doctrines of Christianity (Heb. 6:1-2), not the least of which because it goes against a primary tenet of the gospel message itself.… Read More 1 Corinthians: The Gospel and the Resurrection
Any of them who would consider themselves “a prophet” or “spiritual” either in the sense of having miraculous spiritual gifts from the Holy Spirit or in the sense of being a devout follower of God should also “acknowledge that the things I am writing to you are a command of the Lord” (14:37). This is due to Paul, like the other writers of Scripture, being inspired by the Holy Spirit (2:6-16; Eph. 3:1-5; 1 Thess. 2:13; 2 Tim. 3:16-17; 2 Pet. 1:19-21), who in turn received his message from Christ (John 16:12-15).… Read More 1 Corinthians: “The Things I Am Writing To You Are A Command Of The Lord”
It seems that the wives of the prophets were adding to the disorderliness within the worship assemblies at Corinth by speaking out in the assemblies while their husbands were prophesying, interrupting them (even while they were interrupting each other – 14:29-31) to ask them questions and perhaps to address the assembly themselves.… Read More 1 Corinthians: “The Women Should Keep Silent In The Churches”
All things must be done in an orderly fashion and for the purpose of spiritual strengthening.… Read More 1 Corinthians: It’s Not About You
It’s easy to get so focused on what we want that we forget about the bigger picture. Focusing on what is best for souls – our own as well as those of our brethren and the lost – is always a sign of true maturity in Christ (Phil. 2:1-5). … Read More 1 Corinthians: Maturity Prioritizes Souls
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