Reaching the Lost. Discipling the Saved. Sharing the Love of Jesus with Everyone.

Tag: Online (Page 26 of 48)

1 CORINTHIANS — Part 14

I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some.

1 Corinthians 9:22b

Christian bodies and denominations emphasize the Gifts of the Spirit differently.

For some, it is the defining characteristic of the Church and faith. For others, it is one of many.

Some demand that the a certain gift is necessary to prove you are a Christian. Others see the true Spiritual Gift as that of Faith and salvation.

How should we see it – and why?

Join us and find out!

Scriptures

  • 1 Corinthians 12

1 CORINTHIANS — Part 13

I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some.

1 Corinthians 9:22b

The divisions in the Corinthian congregation extended to the “haves” and “have nots”.

This isn’t surprising, but it weaved itself into their fabric so much that the way the celebrated the Lord’s Supper became an object of disunity and disdain rather than unity in the Body of Christ Jesus.

How twisted!

May our celebration of His Body and Blood bring us together – always!

Scriptures

  • 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

1 CORINTHIANS — Part 12

I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some.

1 Corinthians 9:22b

People try to justify their behaviors – even if they are bad ones. Christians do this, too; even using earthly ‘logic’ to do so!

But the underlying issue for all of it boils down to “do all for the glory of God!”

So ask yourself about your actions: is this for God’s glory?

Scriptures

  • 1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1

1 CORINTHIANS — Part 11

I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some.

1 Corinthians 9:22b

Temptations are, by nature, difficult. And through all of them we are enticed, not only to sin, but to serve some of “god” instead of Him.

Lord help us!

God does, indeed help in this. He promises to not allow us to be tempted beyond our ability to resist and will always provide a way out of the situation. We have only to look to Him and what He provides!

Thank You, Lord!

Scriptures

  • 1 Corinthians 10:1-22

1 CORINTHIANS — Part 10

I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some.

1 Corinthians 9:22b

The issue of last week in discussing food takes a broader tack this week as we see how to examine all of our actions, not for our benefit, but for the benefit (and possible salvation!) of others.

This should be our main concern and focus as we do (or do not) act in any particular way.

We are to do it all “for the sake of the gospel” of Jesus!

Scriptures

  • 1 Corinthians 9

1 CORINTHIANS — Part 9

I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some.

1 Corinthians 9:22b

It was common in Corinth for food that was previously sacrificed to idols to be sold in the marketplace purchase and use.

For some it seemed grossly improper for a believer to purchase and eat any of this food. For other believers, it was not an issue.

Paul tells us the bigger issue is the conscience of our brother and sister, not the food!

Scriptures

  • 1 Corinthians 8
« Older posts Newer posts »