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.
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