Arise and Abide

Reading from 1 Corinthians 9 :19-27 ~Running To Win~ Scripture reading followed by discussion looking at Paul what it means to be a slave to Christ and running the race in such a way to get the prize.

Reading from 1 Corinthians 9 :1-18 ~Paul Give Up His Rights~ Scripture reading followed by discussion looking at Paul’s refusal to be paid for preaching the Gospel. The value of what you pay for and the wisdom of the world.

Reading from 1 Corinthians 8 :1-13 ~Food Sacrificed to Idols~ Scripture reading followed by discussion looking at standing in our faith where we are, in the situation we are in as long as you are able to live in peace.

Reading from 1 Corinthians 7 :1-40 ~Instructions on Marriage~ Scripture reading followed by discussion looking at standing in our faith where we are, in the situation we are in as long as you are able to live in peace.

Reading from 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 ~Avoiding Sexual Sin~ Scripture reading followed by discussion looking at what it means to be a slave to something.

Reading from 1 Corinthians 6:1-11 ~Avoiding Lawsuits with Christians~ Scripture reading followed by discussion looking at the call for Christians to resolve disputes outside of the courtroom. Wrestling with judgment.

Reading from 1 Corinthians 5 ~Paul Condemns Spiritual Prides~ Scripture reading followed by discussion looking at the consequences of returning to a life of sin, works of the flesh, fruit of the Holy Spirit, always room for repentance.

Reading from 1 Corinthians 4 ~Paul’s Relationship with the Corinthians~ Scripture reading followed by discussion looking at why we should not show favoritism towards preachers and/or teachers.

Reading from 1 Corinthians 3 ~Paul and Apollos, Servants of Christ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion.

Reading from 1 Corinthians 2 ~Paul’s Message on Wisdom~ Scripture reading followed by discussion looking at God’s wisdom looking like foolishness to the world.