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Challenges Christians Face
Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 1, 2011 (message contributor)
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1. The Salutation Of 1 Corinthians
Contributed on Jan 1, 2011
In today's lesson, I want to examine the salutation of 1 Corinthians.
Scripture Today is the first Sunday of 2011. It is also the first Sunday of a new series of sermons on The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians. I plan to preach at least 50 sermons on 1 Corinthians. I regard it as an extraordinary privilege to study and teach the Word of God. There are ...read more
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2. The Thanksgiving Of 1 Corinthians
Contributed on Jan 9, 2011
In today's lesson I want to examine the thanksgiving of 1 Corinthians.
Scripture Today we continue in our new series of sermons on The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. Last week we studied the first three verses of 1 Corinthians. These verses are the salutation of 1 Corinthians, and we looked at the ...read more
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3. Divisions In The Church
Contributed on Jan 16, 2011
In today's lesson we are urged to heal the divisions in the church because they are contrary to the unity that exists in Christ's body.
Scripture Today we continue studying The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. In our first lesson we looked at the salutation of 1 Corinthians (1:1-3). Then, in our second lesson (last week) we looked at the thanksgiving of 1 Corinthians ...read more
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4. Human Wisdom And The Wisdom Of The Gospel
Contributed on Jan 23, 2011
In today's lesson we are urged to recognize the folly of human wisdom and to embrace the wisdom of the gospel.
Scripture Today we continue studying The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. Christians in the church at Corinth had misunderstood the nature of wisdom with regard to salvation. From Paul’s perspective human wisdom opposes ...read more
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5. Boasting Only In The Lord
Contributed on Jan 29, 2011
In today's lesson we are urged to remember our condition when God first called us, and that from the world's point of view, we have been utterly foolish to believe in Christ as the way of salvation.
Scripture Today we continue studying The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. Christians in the church at Corinth had misunderstood the nature of wisdom with regard to salvation. From Paul’s perspective human wisdom opposes ...read more
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6. Proclaiming Christ Crucified
Contributed on Feb 5, 2011
In today's lesson we are urged not to present the gospel according to the world's wisdom. Instead of relying on logic and rhetoric, we should focus our attention on the central message of the Person and Work of Jesus Christ.
Scripture Today we continue studying The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. Christians in the church at Corinth had misunderstood the nature of wisdom with regard to salvation. From Paul’s perspective human wisdom opposes ...read more
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7. Wisdom From The Spirit
Contributed on Feb 13, 2011
In today's less we are told that the gospel is a very special kind of wisdom that can only be discerned by those who are spiritually mature, that is, by Christians.
Scripture “That’s not fair! Why can’t I do it?” If you are a parent, you recall hearing these words at one point or another from one or more of your children. You try to explain your decision to your child. “It’s for your own good,” you ...read more
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8. Sectarianism Is Carnal
Contributed on Mar 6, 2011
In today's lesson we are urged to behave like people taught by the Holy Spirit and not act like unbelievers.
Scripture The past two Sundays we had a Missions Conference and an Ordination and Installation Service for Officers. Today we continue our study in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the worldly practice of divisiveness. ...read more
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9. The Ministry: Watering, Working, Warning
Contributed on Mar 13, 2011
In today's lesson we are warned against a wrong view of the ministry, particularly of church leadership. We are reminded of the true nture of the church and church leadership.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is a wrong view about the ministry, particularly with respect to church leadership. Let’s learn about this in a ...read more
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10. Shun Worldly Wisdom
Contributed on Mar 20, 2011
In today's lesson we learn that God's wisdom is superior to the world's wisdom.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is a clear understanding that God’s wisdom is superior to the world’s wisdom. Let’s learn about this ...read more
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11. The Faithful Minister
Contributed on Mar 27, 2011
In today's lesson we learn about the characteristics of the faithful minister of God.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is a clear understanding of the characteristics of faithful ministers. Let’s learn about this in a message I am ...read more
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12. Responsibility And Humility
Contributed on Apr 3, 2011
In today's lesson we learn about an appropriate response to church leadership.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is an appropriate response to church leadership. Let’s learn about this in a message I am calling, ...read more
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13. Like Father, Like Children
Contributed on Apr 10, 2011
In today's lesson we learn about the characteristics of a spiritual father.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is knowing the characteristics of a spiritual father. Let’s learn about this in a message I am calling, ...read more
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14. Immoral Church Members
Contributed on Apr 17, 2011
In today's lesson we learn about the discipline of immoral church members.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the discipline of church members engaged in blatant, unrepentant sin. Let’s learn about this in a message I ...read more
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15. Church Discipline
Contributed on May 1, 2011
We conclude our lesson about the discipline of immoral church members by looking at the extent of discipline.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the discipline of church members engaged in blatant and unrepentant sin. Let’s learn about this in a message ...read more
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16. Lawsuits Against Believers
Contributed on May 8, 2011
In today's lesson we learn about how Christians are to handle disputes among themselves.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the question of whether to sue fellow Christians in civil court. Let’s learn about this in a message I am ...read more
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17. Flee Sexual Immorality
Contributed on May 22, 2011
In today's lesson we learn about the evils of sexual sin.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of sexual freedom. Let’s learn about this in a message I am calling, “Flee Sexual ...read more
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18. Dealing With Debatable Matters - Part 1
Contributed on May 28, 2011
In our sermon today we will examine Paul's method of dealing with debatable matters.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of debatable matters. Let’s learn about this in a message I am calling, “Dealing with ...read more
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19. Dealing With Debatable Matters - Part 2
Contributed on Jun 3, 2011
In our sermon today we will examine Part 2 of Paul's method of dealing with debatable matters.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of debatable matters. Let’s continue to learn about this in a message I am calling, “Dealing ...read more
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20. Concerning The Collection - Part 1
Contributed on Jul 9, 2011
This sermon examines the first of eight principles "concerning the collection."
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of finances. For the next four Sundays I plan to preach on the subject of financial stewardship. Although ...read more
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21. Concerning The Collection - Part 2
Contributed on Jul 15, 2011
This sermon examines the next three of eight principles "concerning the collection."
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of finances. Last week I began a sermon Concerning the Collection. My intention is to preach four ...read more
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22. Concerning The Collection - Part 3
Contributed on Jul 23, 2011
This sermon examines the fifth of eight principles "concerning the collection."
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of finances. Two weeks ago I began a section Concerning the Collection. My intention is to preach four ...read more
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23. Concerning The Collection - Part 4
Contributed on Jul 30, 2011
This sermon examines the last three of eight principles "concerning the collection."
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of finances. Four weeks ago I began a section Concerning the Collection. My intention is to preach four ...read more
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24. Dealing With Debatable Matters - Part 3
Contributed on Aug 5, 2011
In our sermon today we will examine Part 3 of Paul's method of dealing with debatable matters.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of debatable matters. Let’s continue to learn about this in a message I am calling, “Dealing ...read more
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25. Priniciples Of Marriage
Contributed on Aug 14, 2011
In our lesson for today, we examine some principles of marriage that the apostle Paul set down.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of marriage. Let’s learn about this in a message I am calling, “Principles of ...read more
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26. Guidelines For Marriage
Contributed on Aug 21, 2011
In our lesson today, Paul sets down several guidelines for marriage.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of marriage. Let’s learn about this in a message I am calling, “Guidelines for ...read more
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27. Live As You Are Called
Contributed on Aug 27, 2011
In our lesson today, Paul teaches that Christians should retain the place in life assigned to them by the Lord.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of marriage. Let’s learn about this in a message I am calling, “Live As You Are ...read more
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28. The Unmarried And The Widowed
Contributed on Sep 4, 2011
In today's lesson, Paul gives six reasons for remaining single.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of singleness. Let’s learn about this in a message I am calling, “The Unmarried and the ...read more
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29. Food Offered To Idols
Contributed on Sep 18, 2011
In today's sermon we learn how to exercise our Christian liberty.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of Christian liberty. Let’s learn about this in a message I am calling, “Food Offered to ...read more
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30. Paul's Pattern Of Self-Denial
Contributed on Sep 25, 2011
In this sermon we learn that we must forsake our rights for the sake of the gospel.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of Christian liberty. You may recall that The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians was in fact ...read more