Paul covers a number of topics in today’s reading as he attempts to answer questions that the Corinthian church had asked him in previous communications and as he tries to correct some of the sinful and selfish patterns the church had developed. He begins by making the case that gospel workers should receive support from the church, even though Paul himself does not do so. He goes on to encourage the church to obey Christ faithfully and use their liberty in Christ for the good of other people. Finally, he encourages the church to embrace the diversity of gifts within the church body, giving honor to each believer for the role that they’ve been given.