1 Corinthians
Paul wrote the First Letter to the Corinthians to address serious theological, ethical, and practical problems that had emerged in the diverse, cosmopolitan church in Corinth. He addresses issues like divisions and factions within the church, sexual immorality, lawsuits among believers, and confusion over marriage. Paul offers correction regarding the proper use of spiritual gifts, emphasizing that all gifts, including speaking in tongues and prophecy, must be used in an orderly way for the building up of the whole church. The book contains the famous "love chapter" (Chapter 13) and a powerful defense of the resurrection of Christ and the future resurrection of believers, stressing unity and holiness in Christian community.
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Paul uses his own life as an example of giving up personal rights (pay) for the gospel. He compares disciplined Christian living to an athlete training to win a prize.
Paul warns against overconfidence, citing Israel’s failure in the wilderness due to idolatry and lust. He commands them to do everything for the glory of God.
Paul addresses proper conduct in public worship, discussing head coverings and sternly correcting the church’s selfish, disorderly practice of the Lord's Supper (communion).
Paul discusses spiritual gifts, stressing they all come from the same Spirit and are given for the common good. He uses the analogy of the human body to illustrate unity and diversity.
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