Paul exhorts the Corinthians to realize their own state of self-absorption and encourages them to discover that they are a part of the larger Body of Christ. He challenges them to be willing to be a church that goes beyond its borders. 

By Dave Bartlett

Paul gives some very conclusive illustrations from nature to show that resurrection is not a problem for God. Since Christ was resurrected from the grave we can be confident that we will be resurrected as well. 

By Dave Bartlett

Christianity is based upon a historical fact: Jesus died and rose from the grave and eyewitness testify to that fact. Since He conquered death, He is who says He is and is able to do what He says He will do, give us eternal life. The reality of the Resurrection gives substance to our faith and gives us the ability to face life's toughest challenges with the assurance that God is with us, for us and will never leave us. 

By Dave Bartlett

The Corinthian church was having problems in their public gatherings because the use of spiritual gifts was not being exercised properly, as well as other issues arose which brought confusion and chaos. These believers were doing their own thing and pleasing themselves.  The Apostle Paul once again gives them practical advice on how to accomplish the necessary order needed to bring edification to the whole church and the surety of Jesus being revealed. 

By Dave Bartlett

The Apostle Paul knowing that the Corinthian believers were abusing and misusing the gift of tongues in their gatherings,  spends time in this chapter helping them understand God's intention for the proper use of this gift. Paul reminds them that every gift is given by Him for the purpose of edifying others, so that others will be able to see Him.

By Dave Bartlett

1 Corinthians chapter thirteen is referred to by many as the "Love Chapter" and rightfully so. However, the word for love that Paul speaks of here, has a much deeper meaning than how we typically understand love and use the word love. It's the kind of love that will transform our lives from the inside out and will remain throughout eternity. It's agape love, the love that comes from God Himself, which gives us the ability to love genuinely and selflessly. 

By Dave Bartlett

Spiritual gifts are given by God for the purpose of believers to function as parts of Christ's body in harmony, unity and peace. It is essential that we value and appreciate how God has gifted each one of us differently, so that we build up His body and bring glory to His name. 

By Dave Bartlett

This message is an overview of the book of Esther and why the feast of Purim is celebrated. Additional passages in Scripture have a similar theme, which reveal how this common biblical theme, should draw our eyes to Jesus. 

By Danny Manzanares

We need to appreciate the gifts we have been given by the Holy Spirit and realize the importance of using them for the benefit of others. Equally, when we don't use our gifts our brothers and sisters will suffer, God will not receive the glory He deserves and the advancement of His Kingdom will be hindered. 

By Dave Bartlett