We are continuing our reading through the book of 1 Corinthians this week in Chapter 4! 

Paul's about to dive in to address some pretty serious problems happening in the church in the chapters following this one. But, before he does, he reminds the church in Corinth who he is. He is their spiritual father. He's not approaching them ready to bash them over the head with harsh punishment. But he comes with a loving warning and discipline for this church. Love disciplines. Love corrects. But the goal of love is unity. That's clear through every chapter in this book. 

When you choose to follow Jesus, you can expect to be misunderstood. You can also expect to suffer, sacrifice, and surrender. These things will come. It's 100% guaranteed. Paul was experiencing these things in his relationship with this church. He was like a good father being judged by his rebellious kids. To Paul, he makes it clear that his intention isn't to please them but to love them. Paul's love is one that was willing to follow the example of Jesus to go where others very rarely do. 

The corinthian church have a lot going for them... but they're lacking one thing that Paul has. The power of God. "The kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power!" (1 Corinthians 4:20) Paul's ready to bust the bubble of arrogance and lead them back to the source of true transformation - the holy spirit.  

Let's dive in! 

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