The apostle Paul continues his exhortation of the Corinthian church by reassuring every believer their fate is sealed in the book of life. Because Christ paid the price for all our sin, we who are in Him are blessed with the divine confidence brought on by the Holy Spirit that dwells within us. The same […]

Paul described the truth of the gospel as only revealed to those who were predestined to believe in the life, the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, God’s only begotten son. To those living in darkness destined to burn in the lake of fire will never see the light hidden behind the veil of the […]

Paul confessed to using a gospel which relied on faith rather than deeds. Earlier he explained why there would be so much blindness among the world, those lost who are immune to love, forgiveness and reverence. The blind are veiled from the light that can save them, from hell, from eternal agony versus an eternally […]

Paul’s concern for the Corinthian church was obvious. On one hand he needed to address false teaching by Judaizers in Corinth. On the other hand, the apostle also felt important to explain the reason why not all men will be saved. “1 Therefore, since we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we do […]

Paul shared his love for the Corinthians by telling them they were his most notable church, planted by the apostle during his first missionary journey to the Greek region. Having just addressed an issue pertaining to false teaching in Corinth by Judaizers, Paul now points out the flaw in their false teaching by exposing the […]

Paul confronts individuals among the Corinthian church whose reputations were based on letters of recommendation. The apostle showcases his love for the ministry he started in Corinth, by sharing with them they were his reference according to God’s will. “1 Are we beginning to commend ourselves again? Or do we need, like some people, letters […]

After leading the Corinthian church into forgiveness toward a church member, Paul now focuses on the truth that is the life of Jesus Christ, which leads to a divine triumph over evil. The apostle now addresses the true fragrance of salvation and sincere teaching. “12 Furthermore, when I came to Troas to preach Christ’s gospel, […]

Paul find himself disturbed by the sin in Corinth. Led by the hand of God, the apostle now lovingly turns to rebuke toward his audience. Because our all loving God does anger and cast out His enemies, hypocrites and skeptics within the church should be dealt with in tune with the gospel preached by Christ […]

Paul shared his hope for a visit to Corinth soon, as he stated in his salutation. Under attack in Ephesus, the apostle now addresses the situation at the root of Paul’s tardiness. In this section of his letter, the apostle now describes the situation in which he and his fellow missionaries find themselves. “12 For […]

Less than one year after he wrote his first letter to the Corinthians, Paul finds himself under attack from false teachers in Corinth who ignored his warnings about false teaching. The apostle, presurred into defending his character does so in this epistle meant to reinforce his apostolic authority. “1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus […]