In 1 Corinthians Chapter 9, the Apostle Paul employs a metaphor that he borrows from the world of athletics and likens the Christian life to a race. He uses the metaphor to answer three critical questions about Christian living.
The apostle Paul made big sacrifices to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ. Are Christians called to do that today? This message examines Paul's example and explores how it challenges us today.
Have you ever wondered when it's appropriate to give up your own rights to benefit someone else? The Apostle Paul addresses that issue in 1 Corinthians chapters 8. This message explores his teaching on "Love over Liberty."
One of the keys to contentment in life is knowing we are where God has called us to be. Even an unpleasant work situation can be seen differently if we seek ways to glorify God there. This message explores the importance of putting God first, whatever...
Does God care about our sex lives? We will hear about what Scripture has to say on this issue. We talk a lot about body image in our culture today. But this passage is foundational to thinking Christianly about the human body.
It appears in today's world people can be sued for anything and everything but apparently, we haven't strayed too far from some of the things that the Corinthians were doing around 2,000 years ago. In this sermon we examine Paul's...
Some of Jesus' best known words are "Judge not." But are there times when Christians should judge? This message, based on 1 Corinthians chapter 5, explores the right and wrong times to judge.
How can you tell if you are growing as a Christian? What distinguishes a mature follower of Jesus from a spiritual babe? This message based on 1 Corinthians chapter 4, explores how we can make progress in spiritual growth.
There are multiple causes of division within the Corinthian church, but the specific reason that Paul addresses first in 1 Corinthians 3 is the division that arose on account of a distorted view of church leadership.
How can a person really understand the Bible? How can one's faith grow stronger? The apostle Paul explains that we must have the help of the Holy Spirit. This message explores our need for the wisdom the Spirit provides believers.
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