The resurrection of Jesus Christ provides the power to live the Christian life, assures acceptance by God, and offers eternal life in heaven. It also enables resurrected relationships with loved ones and provides a new body. The Great Commission commands Christians to go into all the world and preach the gospel, making disciples of all nations. [... more]

The Apostle Paul's boasting in his weaknesses, as seen in 2 Corinthians 11, serves as a harsh grace to jolt the Corinthian church out of their blind adoration of impressive but false teachers. Paul's strategy is to turn their world upside down by boasting about the things that should have impressed them, such as his sufferings and love for the church, rather than the things they valued, like rhetorical strength and poise. This passage highlights the importance of humility, selflessness, and dependence on God, and warns against loving self-gratification and self-promotion. [... more]

God's greatest acts of redemption come about through unlikely sources appearing to fail, as seen in the lives of Paul and the apostles, who were jars of clay holding the treasure of eternal life through the resurrection power of God. Their humility, acceptance of suffering, and faith in the resurrection gave them boldness and perseverance in their witness, ultimately leading to the glory of God. [... more]

In the Corinthian Church, the Lord's Supper was often marred by selfishness, arrogance, and sensual behavior, causing divisions and disunity among believers. Paul's letter to the Corinthians emphasizes the importance of examining oneself before participating in the Lord's Supper, and warns against coming together for judgment. The early church eventually stopped gathering for the Lord's Supper, but Paul's words remain relevant today, encouraging believers to come together in unity and worship, and to examine themselves before participating in the Lord's Supper. [... more]

The early Christian church in Corinth struggled with divisions, selfishness, and sensual behavior during the Lord's Supper, prompting a scolding from Paul in 1 Corinthians 11. The passage emphasizes the importance of examining oneself before participating in the Lord's Supper, and warns against coming together for judgment. The discussion highlights the significance of the Lord's Supper as a remembrance of Jesus' sacrifice and the need for Christians to approach it with humility and reverence. [... more]

A church riddled with problems and corruption can still be beautiful when its members come together in love and unity. The Corinthian church's reception of Titus, a messenger from the apostle Paul, with fear and trembling, humbled them and led to corrective action, resulting in refreshment and joy for all involved. [... more]

The resurrection of Jesus provides the power we need to break through barriers and live the Christian life, assuring us of acceptance by God, the ability to overcome sin and addiction, and the promise of eternal life in heaven. Through the resurrection, we will have resurrected relationships with loved ones and be reunited with them in heaven, and we will receive new bodies like Jesus' resurrected body. The Great Commission commands us to go into all the world and preach the gospel, making disciples of all nations and teaching them to obey God's commandments. [... more]

Paul's ministry in Corinth is marked by Gentile conversion and the establishment of a local assembly. The Holy Spirit compels him to action, and he preaches the gospel to the Jews, who ultimately reject it. Paul then redirects his energy to the non-Jews, and many are converted, including Crispus, the ruler of the synagogue. The Lord strengthens Paul in the midst of persecution, and he continues to teach the word of God among the Corinthians. [... more]

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church emphasizes the importance of trusting God's guidance, being courageous in the face of opposition, and living a life of love and service. He encourages believers to seek God's will and to be mindful of the enemy's attempts to deceive and divide them. The letter also highlights the power of ordinary people to transform the world through their faith and obedience to God's word. [... more]

The gospel is a sermon that destroys all divisions, proclaiming that we need to be saved, we can be saved, suffering and death are not the end, and this church is a community of the forgiven. Participation in communion involves experiencing Christ's presence in a special way, and examination requires approaching the table with a right attitude, recognizing Christ as our only hope of salvation, being fully surrendered to him, and reconciling with brothers and sisters. [... more]

The Corinthian church struggled with pride and self-importance, but Paul's definition of love in 1 Corinthians 13 emphasizes serving others and humility. Dr. Abbadon Shah discusses how God's love is not about boasting or strutting around, but about serving and being humble, and how this mindset can help Christians navigate complex relationships and communities. [... more]

Giving to God's work should be done with a cheerful heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, as God loves a generous giver. Each individual should decide in their heart what to give, taking into account their circumstances and not being manipulated by others. The Bible teaches that generous giving brings its own rewards, and our giving is a matter of the heart, not just a matter of the calculator. [... more]

Paul instructs the Corinthian church on the proper practice of spiritual gifts in the body of Christ, emphasizing humility, unity, and the common good. He explains that spiritual gifts are not about making much of oneself, but about exalting Christ and serving others. [... more]

When entering marriage, one should focus on allowing themselves to be changed by the Spirit and power of God and their partner, rather than trying to change the other person. Paul's teachings in 1 Corinthians 7 emphasize the importance of considering one's marital status in light of the present distress and the Lord's return, and to focus on serving the Lord without distraction, whether single or married. [... more]

The Corinthian church was plagued by divisions, spiritual immaturity, and sexual immorality, prompting Apostle Paul to write a stern letter warning them to focus on Christ and not on worldly matters. Paul addresses the issue of incest, a man having a physical relationship with his father's wife, and calls the church to shame and mourning instead of pride and tolerance. [... more]

The Corinthian Christians had a flawed understanding of Christian ethics, justifying immoral living with slogans like 'all things are lawful for me.' Paul corrects these errors, emphasizing the importance of glorifying God in one's body and the consequences of sinning against the Holy Spirit who indwells believers. He urges Christians to flee from sexual immorality and to glorify God in their bodies, using concrete, visible ways to live for God's glory. [... more]

The Apostle Paul's sermon in Athens was radically different from his other sermons, lacking key elements of the gospel. He learned that trying to make the gospel more intellectual and less offensive can rob it of its power, and that the true message of the cross is the heart of the gospel, which includes the holiness of God, the sinfulness of man, and the reality of hell. [... more]

The resurrection of Jesus Christ provides the power to live the Christian life, assures acceptance by God, and guarantees eternal life in heaven. It also enables believers to have resurrected relationships, new bodies, and a new life with loved ones who have preceded them to heaven. [... more]

Apostle Paul's final words to the Corinthian church emphasize the importance of truth above self-interest, the need for spiritual health, and the desire for God's special presence with them. He prays for their strength, healthy functioning, and completion, and expresses his authority to correct erring members and build the church. Paul's ultimate goal is to save and build up the church, not to condemn and judge. [... more]

Apostle Paul explains the reasons behind his unwelcome boasting and impending visit to the Corinthian church, addressing their immaturity, false teachers, and spiritual weakness, while emphasizing the importance of recognizing his apostolic authority and dealing with their sins, particularly sexual immorality. [... more]