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When Paul begins to closes his letter to the Corinthians, he includes what looks like a simple travel log — where he plans to go, who he plans to send, and how long he’ll stay. At first glance, it feels ordinary. But hidden in those details is a surprisingly practical lesson on how Christians should make decisions.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• Why Paul sometimes based choices on spiritual priority — and why that must always come first.
• How he also used practical wisdom when no clear spiritual issue was at stake.
• What it means to live with an attitude of “If the Lord permits” in our daily planning.
• Why Christians don’t need to be paralyzed by fear of missing God’s will in everyday matters.

Paul shows us that decision-making isn’t about waiting for a mystical sign at every crossroads. Instead, it’s about living wisely, faithfully, and with open hands — seeking God’s kingdom above all, but also using the common sense He gave us.

Takeaway: The Christian life is both spiritual and practical. Make your plans with wisdom, but hold them lightly, always ready to say, “If the Lord wills.”

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Episode Notes:

In this episode, we step into the final chapter of 1 Corinthians, where Paul turns to a very practical subject: Money.
If that makes you a little uncomfortable — you’re not alone! But Paul shows us that how we handle money is deeply connected to our discipleship.

In just four verses, he lays out a Spirit-inspired pattern for giving that still speaks powerfully today.

Key Takeaways

1. Giving is for everyone
   • Paul says, “each one of you” — no exemptions.
   • It’s not about equal amounts but equal commitment.
2. Giving should be regular
   • “On the first day of every week…”
   • Generosity isn’t an afterthought — it’s an act of worship woven into the rhythm of our lives.
3. Giving is proportional
   • “…in keeping with your income.”
   • The more God has blessed you, the more you’re called to give.
4. Giving must be handled with integrity
   • Paul insists on accountability.
   • Transparency protects both the church and the giver.

Application

Paul’s message is simple: you need a plan.

Not just a vague idea, not a last-minute gift under pressure — but a thoughtful, regular, intentional plan for how you give.

• Start somewhere, even if it’s small.
• Build generosity into your financial rhythm.
• Remember: giving isn’t really about money — it’s about living with a posture of generosity in light of resurrection hope.

Encouragement

Because Christ is risen, our giving isn’t in vain.
 Every act of generosity, every gift sown, is an investment in eternity.

We live with resurrection hope.
 We serve with resurrection power.
 We give with resurrection generosity.

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It began with a doubt in the Corinthian church — is there really a resurrection of the dead? That doubt spread into denial, and eventually divided the believers. So, they turned to Paul, and his sweeping answer in 1 Corinthians 15 leaves no room for uncertainty:

• Christ is risen — and because He lives, all who belong to Him will also rise.
• Our perishable bodies cannot inherit eternity — but in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, we will be changed.
• The rapture is coming — whether raised from the grave or transformed while living, every believer will receive the perfect, glorified body that no diet, gym, or surgery could ever produce.
• Death is defeated — its sting removed through Christ’s victory at the cross and empty tomb.

Paul closes with both encouragement and challenge: “Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labour in the Lord is not in vain.” (v. 58)

This episode explores the mystery, the triumph, and the hope of the resurrection — and why it should move us to godly living, courageous faith, and overflowing service for Christ.

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Episode Notes:

When we talk about proving the resurrection, we usually reach for the familiar arguments — the authority of Scripture, the empty tomb, the eyewitnesses. Those are strong, solid, and true. But in 1 Corinthians 15, Paul takes an unexpected path.

In this message, we explore three of Paul’s strange but powerful arguments for the resurrection — ones you won’t often hear in an apologetics book, but that cut straight to how we live, who we walk with, and what we’re willing to risk for Christ.

Paul’s logic is simple but searching: if there is no resurrection, then why endure suffering, why pursue holiness, why sacrifice for the gospel? But if there is a resurrection — and there is — then everything changes.

Belief in the resurrection isn’t just about proving a point — it’s about shaping a life.

Because if Christ is risen, then living for Him is not only worth it — it’s the only thing that makes sense.

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When we talk about proving the resurrection, we usually reach for the familiar arguments — the authority of Scripture, the empty tomb, the eyewitnesses. Those are strong, solid, and true. But in 1 Corinthians 15, Paul takes an unexpected path.

In this message, we explore three of Paul’s strange but powerful arguments for the resurrection — ones you won’t often hear in an apologetics book, but that cut straight to how we live, who we walk with, and what we’re willing to risk for Christ.

Paul’s logic is simple but searching: if there is no resurrection, then why endure suffering, why pursue holiness, why sacrifice for the gospel? But if there is a resurrection — and there is — then everything changes.

Join us as we look at this unusual passage and discover how belief in the resurrection isn’t just about proving a point — it’s about shaping a life.

Because if Christ is risen, then living for Him is not only worth it — it’s the only thing that makes sense.

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The Reality of Our Resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:20–28)

Death comes to us all — one out of one. And yet, Scripture declares that death is not the end. In this message, we turn to 1 Corinthians 15:20–28, where Paul shows us that Christ’s resurrection is both the guarantee of our resurrection and the promise of His final victory over every enemy, including death itself.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why Christ’s resurrection is the “first fruits” — God’s guarantee that more resurrections will follow.
• How Jesus, the “last Adam,” reverses the curse of the first Adam.
• The hope we have in the ultimate destruction of death itself.
• What it means to live with joyful submission to God, following the example of Christ.

Because Christ is risen, we can live with confidence, hope, and assurance: there is more beyond.

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What is the heart of Christianity?

 Church buildings? Sunday gatherings? Traditions? As important as they are, the early church thrived without them.

The true heartbeat of our faith is the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Without it, Paul says, Christianity collapses. Preaching is empty, faith is futile, sins remain unforgiven, and hope is lost. In short, no resurrection, no Christianity.

In this episode, we walk through Paul’s seven devastating consequences of a resurrection-less faith — and then we hear his great reversal: “But now Christ is risen from the dead.”

And because Christ lives:

• Our faith is real.
• Our sins are forgiven.
• Death is defeated.
• Our future is secure.

The resurrection isn’t just a doctrine to believe — it’s the heartbeat of Christianity, the foundation of our hope, and the guarantee of eternal life.

Christ is risen — and because He lives, so shall we.

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What if you saw a headline that read: "Man Returns from Dead, Witnessed by Hundreds"?
Most of us would scroll past with a smirk—but what if it was true?

In this episode, we explore Paul’s eyewitness account of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, not as a myth or metaphor, but as the concrete, historical act of God that changed everything—past, present, and future.

Through Peter’s restoration, Paul’s transformation, and the testimony of hundreds of witnesses, we see how the risen Christ is not a relic of the past but a living Lord who can stand us on our feet again when life knocks us down.

Discover how the resurrection gives us stability in a slippery world, hope in the face of death, and a future that’s more certain than tomorrow’s headlines.

Christ is risen—and that means your faith is not in vain.

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 When the Apostle Paul wrote 1 Corinthians 15, he tackled one of the biggest—and most hotly debated—questions in the Christian faith: What really happens after we die?
For the Corinthians, the issue wasn’t whether Jesus rose from the dead—they believed that. The problem was the resurrection of our bodies. Many thought it was impossible, undesirable, or downright absurd.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why the Old Testament often paints such a bleak picture of life after death (and where it offers surprising glimmers of hope).
• How Jewish and Greek worldviews shaped the Corinthians’ confusion about resurrection.
• Paul’s radically different vision: that in Christ, you will still be you, body and soul—made new, whole, and fit for eternity.
• Why the Christian hope is not the “basic model” of resurrection, but the “deluxe package” paid for in full by Jesus.

With a mix of history and Scripture, we’ll see that Paul’s teaching isn’t just about winning theological arguments—it’s about living today with the confidence that your future in Christ is secure, physical, and unimaginably glorious.

Key Scriptures:

• 1 Corinthians 15:1–11
• Psalms 6:5; 30:9; 88:10–12; 16:9–11; 73:24
• Isaiah 38:18
• Ecclesiastes 9:4–5, 10
• Job 19:25–27

So, listen if you’ve ever wondered:

• Will I be “me” in heaven?
• Why do Christians believe in a physical resurrection?
• What happens to my body after I die?
• How do ancient Jewish and Greek ideas still shape how people think about death today?

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Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode, we’re stepping into the closing section of 1 Corinthians 14 to tackle a challenging but essential topic: order in the church. From ancient Corinth to our modern congregations, the same struggles show up — division, misuse of spiritual gifts, and confusion about worship. 

We’ll unpack why God calls His people to worship in a way that builds up the whole body, explore what Paul means about tongues, prophecy, and even that controversial instruction about women in the assembly, and see how it all fits within the bigger picture of unity and love. This isn’t about personal preference — it’s about submitting to the wisdom of God’s Word and pursuing the kind of worship that truly honours Him.

📄 Episode Notes – “Good Order in Our Church Services” (1 Corinthians 14:24–40)

Main Idea:
Paul closes his teaching on spiritual gifts with a call to orderly, Christ-centred worship — where everything is done to edify the church and reflect the character of God.

Key Themes:

• Worship that builds up — Every contribution in the gathering should strengthen and encourage others.
• Guidelines for tongues — Limited speakers, one at a time, and only with interpretation.
• Guidelines for prophecy — Limited speakers, one at a time, with the congregation weighing what is said.
• Self-control in spiritual gifts — God does not cause disorder; the Spirit’s work is never chaotic.
• The role of women in the gathered assembly — Understanding Paul’s instruction within its historical and biblical context.
• God’s priority — Peace, clarity, and unity in His church.

Takeaway Truth:
All things in the church must be done for the edification of others. Order in worship isn’t about stifling the Spirit — it’s about creating an environment where God’s people can grow in grace, truth, and love together.

Questions for Reflection:

1. Do my contributions in worship build up others or just express myself?
2. How can I practice self-control in the exercise of my gifts?
3. What does it mean for our church to reflect God’s character in how we worship?

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