Paul was led to teach the Corinthians about spiritual gifts and also the diversity of such gifts among the church. Now the apostle focuses on love, the most powerful gift of all and that which the gospel is based on. “1 Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not […]

In tune with Paul’s teaching about diversity among Christians, the apostle now makes a comparison between the church and the body whereas each part, vital of not plays its role according to God’s perfect plan. “12 For as the body is one and has many members, but all the members of that one body, being […]

Paul’s letter to the Corinthians featured answers to issues that continue to hover among Christians today. To find ourselves in Christ as we fulfill our mission according to God’s perfect plan, this is the meaning of a Christian’s life. In this section of his exhortation to the believers in Corinth, the apostle seemingly offers a […]

The Corinthian church, much like many other churches showed division among its congregation. Paul felt the need to address this issue as he provoked the believers in Corinth in love providing seemingly much needed accountability. “17 Now in giving these instructions I do not praise you, since you come together not for the better but […]

The Corinthian church, much like many other churches showed division among its congregation. Paul felt the need to address this issue as he provoked the believers in Corinth in love providing seemingly much needed accountability. “17 Now in giving these instructions I do not praise you, since you come together not for the better but […]

Because of choices he constantly makes, which define the apostle’s life, Paul confidently declares himself obedient to God’s commands and an example of Christianity. He now addresses head coverings among believing men and women. “1 Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.” (1 Corinthians 11:1) Wrapping-up his previous exhortation in which he […]

The Corinthians had been concerned about idolatry and conscience. One specific issue involved foods, whether they were acceptable to eat in lieu of Jewish customs. Paul declares all foods a blessing from God as he himself praises God almighty for all the earth’s abundance. The apostle invites believers to do the same as we give […]

Paul used examples from the old testament when God placed His wrath on those who gave in to temptation thereby preventing them from reaching their goal in this life, and possibly fell short of the gates of heaven where only the righteous belong. “14 Therefore, my beloved, flee from idolatry. 15 I speak as to […]

Previously Paul had answered questions and addressed issued posed by the Judaizers in Corinth who had been insinuating about the apostle’s right to financial support by the church he planted there. Paul also confessed, though he very much has the right to marry, he chose to remain single so to fulfill his appointed mission to […]

Having explained his choice of self-denial Paul now explains why his ministry’s outreach was so successful. By immersing himself into various branches of society, the apostle would benefit from a wider audience than those in ministry who are less flexible. “19 For though I am free from all men, I have made myself a servant […]