1 Corinthians 9

1 Corinthians 9 Paul argues that he is fully entitled to certain rights as an apostle, but he willingly and gladly gives them up, so there is no hindrance to preaching and advancing the gospel. Chapter 9 continues the theme from chapter 8 on the relationship between...

1 Corinthians 8

1 Corinthians 8 This chapter deals with the division in the Corinthian church over food offered to idols.  v1-3 – The core issue at stake is love in action is better than knowledge leading to arrogance on the basis of freedom. v4-6 – Some believers...

1 Corinthians 7

1 Corinthians 7 The Corinthians were confused about marriage, singleness, divorce, and sex, and this chapter gives guidance and direction for each. Today many Americans are confused about the same topics.   v1-5 – In v. 1, Paul repeats a slogan the...

1 Corinthians 6

1 Corinthians 6 v1-8 It is shameful for believers to enter civil lawsuits regarding financial/property disputes against other believers before secular magistrates.  v9-11 True believers do not continue in unrighteous living. v12-20 Various appetites are part of...