1 Corinthians
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Mar 28, 21 |
(Mt 21:1-11) The Triumphal Entry. What is the significance of Palm Sunday? Background (Deut 6-8; Dan 9:25). While the Messiah’s return was prophesied, Israel rejected Him (Lk 19:41-44). (1 Cor 2:1-5) Paul’s simple presentation of the gospel. Study of verses 1-5. We need not use persuasive or impressive words, but simply tell others about Christ. |
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Feb 28, 21 |
(Ps 40:1-3) Rely completely on Lord. (1 Cor 1:26-31) Human achievement rejected; glory in God only. Study of verses 26-31. The Jews wanted signs. The Gentiles valued wisdom. Human pride and achievement obscures the wisdom of God's gospel message (Mt 19:24). Humility, and a focus on Bible doctrine, brings true wisdom and glorifies God (Jer 19:24). |
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Feb 21, 21 |
Rush Limbaugh testimony. (1 Cor 1:18-25) Christ, the power and wisdom of God. Study of verses 18-25. There are many impressive speakers, but the power and wisdom of God comes from His Word (the message of Christ), not the words of men. Foolishness comes from wisdom of the world. |
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Feb 14, 21 |
(Ps 30:1-12) God lifts up the discouraged. (1 Cor 1:10-17) Divisions in the Church continued. It's important that divisions outside the Church are not allowed to cause divisions inside the Church. Study of verses 14-17. Study of baptism as one cause of division and its true meaning. |
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Feb 7, 21 |
Communion: Christ's fulfillment of Law qualified Him to go to cross (Gal 4:4). (1 Cor 1:10-13) Divisions in the Church. Study of verses 10-12. Like the Corinthians, we are at risk of succumbing to disharmony in the Church. We should, instead, be unified in the Lord (Eph 4:14-16). Reading of "The Message, Not the Messenger" from Nelson Study Bible. |
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Jan 31, 21 |
(Eph 4:11-16) God gives spiritual gifts to help us grow spiritually and edify the Body of Christ. (1 Cor 1:4-7) It is not necessary to identify your spiritual gift in order to use it. We simply need a desire to serve. God will accomplish His plan through us. Summary of principles. |
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Jan 24, 21 |
(Ps 43:1-5) Wait on God in times of trouble. (1 Cor 1:4-9) Study of spiritual gifts continued. Involvement of the Trinity (1 Cor 12:3-11), distribution, categories (temporary vs. permanent), and purpose. Spiritual gifts don’t exist to serve you, but to serve God and the Body of Christ. |
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Jan 17, 21 |
(1 Cor 1:4-9) Special study: spiritual gifts. Definition (Rm 12:6-8), doctrine (Eph 4:7-8). We may not know our spiritual gift, but as we focus on our service to the Lord, He will direct us. |
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Jan 10, 21 |
Ps 20:1-9: Starting the new year trusting the Lord. Update on Pastor Inghram’s health. Study of verses 4-9. We are to express gratitude to God for all things, including our spiritual gifts (v. 4-5). The Corinthians were confused about their spiritual gifts. The basis for our gifts is faith, which Christ strengthens to the end (v. 6-9). |
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Jan 3, 21 |
Communion: Animal sacrifices of the past vs the ultimate sacrifice of our Lord Jesus Christ. (1 Cor 1:1-3) Paul greets the Corinthians in the introduction to his letter. Brief review of the Apostle Paul. Study of verses 1-3. As we begin this new year, we should begin with an understanding that God provides for us. |
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Dec 6, 20 |
Communion: God’s offer of deliverance from Satan’s world to His own (Col 1:13-14). (Acts 18:1-12) Introduction to the church of Corinth. Ministry or service to God is not always easy. Like Paul, we can be encouraged by God’s word (v. 9-11). |
