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 […]

Paul now addresses various issues pertaining to apostleship, to his own mission and his rights as an apostle of Jesus Christ. Finding himself scrutinised, the apostle answers to insinuations of judaizers. “1 Am I not an apostle? Am I not free? Have I not seen Jesus Christ our Lord? Are you not my work in […]

Shifting topics, leaving relationships between Christians now focusing on sensitivity and the knowledge brought on by the Holy Spirit. In this section of his letter to the believers in Corinth, the apostle declares food given to idols “clean” and “good to eat” but calls on those made aware of this, to be conscious of those […]

Paul continues his instructional letter to the Christians in Corinth now addressing the unmarried virgins and widows. More of his own account than the Lord’s, the apostle’s advice is poured out in tune with the gospel of Jesus Christ. “25 Now concerning virgins: I have no commandment from the Lord; yet I give judgment as […]

Previously in his letter to the Corinthians Paul addressed various topics to which he had received instruction from the Lord. Now the apostle speaks of his own account focusing on one’s calling. “17 But as God has distributed to each one, as the Lord has called each one, so let him walk. And so I […]

The Corinthians were struggling with sexual immorality even through they were saved. Paul now addresses marriage and the responsibilities therein as well as its benefits versus sexual immorality. “1 Now concerning the things of which you wrote to me: It is good for a man not to touch a woman.” (1 Corinthians 7:1) In the […]