March 3, 2024 1 Corinthians 11:2-16 “Reverent Worship” Service Overview: Paul’s focus here is primarily on proper attitudes and conduct in worship, not on the role of women in the church. While Paul’s specific instructions have cultural elements to them, the principles behind his instructions are timeless—for they instruct believers in matters of respect...
February 25, 2024 1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1 “He > Me” Service Overview: Just because someone can do something doesn’t mean they should do something. This is especially important for Jesus’ followers to consider because in coming to Jesus, their life is no longer their own and Jesus calls all his followers to live for more...
February 18, 2024 1 Corinthians 10:14-22 “Sacrament Assessment” Service Overview: Here, Paul continues to warn about the dangers of idolatry and elevates the church’s understanding of the sacrament of communion because to Paul, allegiances matter, and ultimate allegiances matter most because the world is not just stuff. Memory Verse for the Week: “Therefore, my...
February 4, 2024 1 Corinthians 9:15-27 “Compulsive Passion” Service Overview: While Paul had rights he could exercise, his passion for advancing the Gospel led him to forfeit those rights in order to remain laser-focused and effective regarding the mission at hand; that of saving souls. Memory Verse for the Week: “Though I am...
January 28, 2024 1 Corinthians 9:1-14 “Freed for Sacrifice” Service Overview: Here, Paul not only defends his apostleship, but emphasizes the principle of compensation for those dedicated to gospel work. This passage challenges perceptions about labor in God’s service, offering insights into the intersection of faith, financial support, and the provision of those whose...
January 14, 2024 1 Corinthians 7:25-40 “Sanctified Singleness” Service Overview: There was an impending crisis in Corinth, and Paul gives advice to the believers regarding their relationships in light of this coming crisis. And in sharing his wisdom, Paul provides much in terms of principles that effect those who are single; imparting profound insights...
January 7, 2024 1 Corinthians 7:8-24 “Sanctified Marriage” Service Overview: Confusion crept its way into the church as to how they should approach marriage in light of coming to faith in Christ. And here, Paul lays out principles to guide the church through the complexities of their relationships now that they have come to...
December 31, 2023 1 Corinthians 7:1-7 “Sanctified Sex” Service Overview: The relational and sexual situation in Corinth was such that Paul offers guidance to help bring things back into some alignment. And in doing so, Paul reveals some insights on one of the awesome gifts that come with being married; great and sanctified… sex. ...
December 17, 2023 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 “Bodies for Blessing” Service Overview: What we do with our bodies matters. Why? Because our bodies are a temple of the Holy Spirit. Which is why Paul hits hard on the matter of sexual immorality; something that abuses God’s plan for our bodies and causes great harm to...
December 10, 2023 1 Corinthians 6:1-11 “Saints and Ain’ts” Service Overview: The kingdom of God will only ever be made up of fallen and broken people. But that is no excuse for holding onto the things that we were before coming to faith. In Christ, we are called to both personal and communal holiness....
