Paul understands the situation at Corinth and chooses not to engage in his ministerial right to receive compensation for serving the ministry. Instead, he teaches the Corinthians about boasting in Christ and demonstrates that his motivation and love for Jesus is stronger than any material gain.

the Corinthian believers were prideful in expressing their personal rights. A Christian believer might possess the right to engage in certain activities but it is not always beneficial (6:12, 8:1-13, 10:23-24).

Part 2 of chapter 8 of things offered to idols: a study of knowledge and practice of the Christian

What are you doing to enjoy your life as God intended?

a study of 1 Corinthians 8:1-6 and what is the correct response of eating food sacrificed to idols.

Part 1 What Do Christians know/believe

Moses gets a true look at God

a look at John 4 and the Samaritan woman

How does the Great Commission apply to the believer today-

A deeper understanding of why we suffer and how to endure difficulty

a look at 1 Corinthians 7 32-40 and our devotedness to God