Do you ever struggle with feeling like you don’t belong? Or wrestle with insecurity and purpose? In 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, Paul reminds us that in Christ, we are part of something far greater than ourselves—the Body of Christ. Every believer has a vital role, a place of belonging, and a God-given purpose. In this message,…
Spiritual gifts are given to build up the church, but when misused due to ignorance, they can cause harm. Like a tool used incorrectly, gifts meant for good can bring destruction. The Corinthians were using their gifts for self-glory rather than God’s glory, leading to disunity. Paul urges them—and us—to be informed about spiritual gifts…
In today’s message, we explored 1 Corinthians 7, where Paul addresses questions from the Corinthian church about marriage, singleness, and contentment. Living in a culture driven by achievement, relationships, and status, we often feel pressured to meet societal expectations—whether it’s having the “perfect” marriage, building a successful career, or having an ideal lifestyle. Paul’s words,…
The world often promotes a form of tolerance that embraces all beliefs and behaviors without judgment. However, biblical tolerance is different—God calls His people to lovingly address sin within the church, not to celebrate or ignore it. Paul rebukes the Corinthian church for their arrogance in tolerating egregious sin, reminding them that sin, like leaven,…
In a world filled with divisions and conflicts, how can the Church stand as a beacon of unity and harmony? Join us as we delve into 1 Corinthians 1:10-17 to uncover the Apostle Paul’s urgent call for unity within the body of Christ. This passage challenges us to rise above our differences and to be…
Paul reminds the church that we are called to be saints. The church is to live in a holy manner, meaning we should be set apart from this world and for God. As the church in Corinth found out, this is not easy to do. When given the opportunity to be accepted by our peers…