1 Corinthians

Below are recorded lessons of a previous Bible study Pastor Freddy Cortez has taught National Capital Bible Church.


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1 Corinthians

  • 1 Corinthians 35 - October 27, 2024

    (Ps 139:1-4) God is in control through hardships. Gifts from the Holy Spirit; contrast between thinking of world and thinking of God (1 Cor 2:12; Ps 119:18).

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  • 1 Corinthians 34 - October 20, 2024

    (Ps 118:24) God is creator and ruler of all. Human spirit (1 Cor 2:11). Trichotomy (1 Thes 5:23). Pneumatology (Mt 3:16-18). Epistemology (Phil 3:8). Anthropology (Gen 1:27).

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  • 1 Corinthians 33 - October 13, 2024

    (Isa 40:28-31) God empowers the weak. Trust in God’s timing and purpose. The Omniscience of God. Illumination vs. Revelation. Progressive revelation (1 Cor 2:10).

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  • 1 Corinthians 32 - October 6, 2024

    (Psa 31:19) The magnitude of God’s goodness. Communion: Both the Father and Son sacrificed for us (Jn 14:10). How to discern divine mysteries and seek spiritual wisdom (1 Cor 2:9).

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  • 1 Corinthians 31 - September 29, 2024

    (Ps 34:17-19) If you’re going through heartache, God is near to you. (1 Cor 2:5-6; 1:18) Faith should not be in wisdom of men, but power of God. Hidden wisdom, parables (v. 2:7-8; Mt 13:10-11).

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  • 1 Corinthians 30 - September 22, 2024

    (Ps 91:1-16) God protects from danger, disease and fear. Differences between Old and New Testament living (1 Cor 2:3). Trusting Holy Spirit to work through your words to evangelize (1 Cor 2:4-5; Lk 4).

  • 1 Corinthians 29 - September 15, 2024

    (Ps 46:1-2) Remembering 9/11 while seeking refuge in God. Overcoming physical and emotional weakness to still glorify God (1 Cor 2:3). Rebound (Rev 3:20; 1 Jn 1:9).

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  • 1 Corinthians 28 - September 8, 2024

    (Prov 17:6) Honoring grandparents. Apologetics (1 Cor 2:2). Paul purposely chose to focus solely on Jesus and the cross.

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  • 1 Corinthians 27 - September 1, 2024

    (Ps 131:1-2) Trusting in God like a child trusts his mother. Communion: the significance of Passover (Ex 12). Focus on the gospel of Christ, rather than impressive speech and intellect (1 Cor 2:1; 3:6).

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  • 1 Corinthians 26 - August 25, 2024

    (Ps 34:8) Invitation to experience God’s goodness. Transition from self-reliance to trusting in God’s grace and sovereignty (1 Cor 1:29-31). Glorying in the Lord (v. 31).

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  • 1 Corinthians 25 - August 18, 2024

    (Ps 113:5-8) God transcendence over human wisdom. God uses the weak to shame the wise (1 Cor 1:27-28).

  • 1 Corinthians 24 - August 11, 2024

    (Ps 139:1-4) God’s calling based on His sovereign grace. The inclusivity of God’s calling (1 Cor 1:25-26).

  • 1 Corinthians 23 - August 4, 2024

    (Prov 12:25; Matt 6:25-24) Worry for nothing; the power of encouraging words. Communion. Christ is the power of God and wisdom of God (1 Cor 1:23-24).

  • 1 Corinthians 22 - July 28, 2024

    (Ps 46:1-11) Trusting God’s presence amidst the chaos. Current state of Israel, American churches (2 Chron 15:3-7). Embrace the simplicity of the Gospel, even if it appears foolish (1 Cor 1:21-22).

  • 1 Corinthians 21 - July 21, 2024

    (Ps 107:20-21) God helps those who call on Him. God actively works to dismantle what humans consider wise (1 Cor 1:19-20; Is 29:14). Practical application.

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  • 1 Corinthians 20 - July 14, 2024

    (Ps 46:1-2) Our hope transcends the chaos around us. Boasting in men, unity in Christ, role of baptism, simplicity in evangelism, power of the cross, “being saved” (1 Cor 1:15-18).

  • 1 Corinthians 19 - June 30, 2024

    (Prov 27:17) Benefitting from constructive interaction with others. Unity vs. conflicts in the Church, accountability, authority and centrality of Christ, misplaced allegiances, spiritual baptism (1 Cor 1:11-14). Believers are to strive for unity in the Church.

  • 1 Corinthians 18 - June 23, 2024

    (Prov 28:26) Warning against self-reliance. Spiritual gifts, finding strength in God, preparing for Rapture, divisions in Church (1 Cor 1:7-11). The purpose of spiritual gifts is to build up Church (1 Cor 12:7).

    Slides from the Bible class (starting with slide 145)

  • 1 Corinthians 17 - June 9, 2024

    (Prov 27:17) Fellowship and the Church. Enriching the Church through spiritual gifts (1 Cor 1:5-7; Eph 4:12). The objective of the local church is the work of ministry.

  • 1 Corinthians 16 - June 2, 2024

    (Prov 9:10) The origin of knowledge and true understanding. Communion: Christ’s presence and atonement (Mt 18:20). God’s power will sustain us in our weakness (1 Cor 1:4; 2 Cor 12:9).

  • 1 Corinthians 15 - May 19, 2024

    (Ps 37:1-40) True fulfillment and joy come from God. Sins and issues addressed by Paul. Believers are to live in unity, being thankful for the blessings from God (1 Cor 1:3-4; 1 Thes 5:18).

  • 1 Corinthians 14 - May 5, 2024

    (Ps 9:9) Believers can seek refuge in God (RAP). Communion: A time for fellowship and examination. Peace, grace, father vs. Heavenly Father, two types of forgiveness (1 Cor 1:3). Our power comes from God (Phil 4:7).

  • 1 Corinthians 13 - Apr 28, 2024

    (Prov 18:10) The righteous find refuge in God’s name (SAFE). Grace, peace, God the Father (1 Cor 1:3). The word, grace, is loaded with power (2 Cor 12:9). Peace is rooted in a growing relationship with God (Phil 4:7).

  • 1 Corinthians 12 - Apr 21, 2024

    (Prov 1:1-7) The beginning of knowledge is reverence in God. Doctrine of grace, doctrine of peace continued (Phil 4:7; 1 Cor 1:4-7). We are to thank God always for people in our lives, even those with shortcomings.

  • 1 Corinthians 11 - Apr 14, 2024

    (Prov 3:5-6) Trust in the Lord and He will sustain you. The baptism of the Holy Spirit (1 Cor 12:13). Union in Christ (Gal 2:20). Doctrine of grace, TULIP doctrine (1 Cor 1:3). Doctrine of peace (Phil 4:7).

  • 1 Corinthians 10 - Apr 7, 2024

    (Ps 116:8-9) Trust God and He will deliver. Communion: Without Jesus’ sacrifice, we wouldn’t be saved from sin. Doctrine of baptism continued (Acts 19:1-7; 1 Cor 1:13-17; 12:13).

    Slides from the Bible class

  • 1 Corinthians 9 - March 24, 2024

    (Ps 118:25-26) The Lord’s triumphal entry. The global church (1 Cor 1:2). Meaning of “saved” and “sent” in Rom 10:13-15. Sanctification (Jn 17:17) and spiritual growth (Heb 9:14). Doctrine of baptism.

  • 1 Corinthians 8 - March 17, 2024

    Sanctification. Nuance of sanctification meaning: “set apart” (1 Cor 1:2; Rom 10:13). God the Holy Spirit will empower you when you align with God’s ways (Gal 5:16, 22-23). Eternal security (Eph 2:8-9).

  • 1 Corinthians 7 - March 10, 2024

    (Ps 103:8-13) Our compassionate God.  Sanctified by God (Jud 1:1) vs. for God (2 Tim 2:21). Transformative thought (Rom 12:1-2) combined with the power of the Triune God (1 Cor 6:11) gives you ultimate power.

  • 1 Corinthians 6 - March 3, 2024

    (Ps 103:8-13) Our compassionate God.  Sanctified by God (Jud 1:1) vs. for God (2 Tim 2:21). Transformative thought (Rom 12:1-2) combined with the power of the Triune God (1 Cor 6:11) gives you ultimate power.

  • 1 Corinthians 5 - February 25, 2024

    (Ps 121:1-8) God is by your side. Disciple vs. apostle (Jn 6:53ff). Supernatural events of Paul (Acts 9:3-9). Doctrine of the local church (2:41-47). Sanctification in Christ. Part of spiritual growth is to be clear on these truths.

  • 1 Corinthians 4 - February 18, 2024

    (Ps 103:1-22) God’s essence on display. The calling and uniqueness of Paul (Acts 8-9). God’s used His grace to select Paul for apostleship (Gal 1:15). Doctrine of sanctification (1 Cor 1:2).

  • 1 Corinthians 3 - February 11, 2024

    (Ps 136:26) God’s love never fails. Valentine’s Day tribute: whether married or single, you can rejoice in God’s love (Ecc 4:19-12; 1 Cor 7:32). Disciples vs. apostles, doctrine of the church, God’s unconditional grace (1 Cor 1:1-3; Acts 9:9-19).

  • 1 Corinthians 2 - February 4, 2024

    (Ps 34:8) Taste and see the Lord; He is good. Communion: Our spiritual nourishment. Chapter summaries for 1 Corinthians. Paul focuses on spiritual problems of carnal Christians and divine solutions.

  • 1 Corinthians 1 - January 28, 2024

    (Ps 133:1-3) Unity in God’s family. First Corinthians: navigating faith, love, and unity. This book exhorts believers to foster unity among themselves to align their hearts and minds with Christ (1 Cor 1:10).

    Slides from the Bible class