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Life Lessons From A Corrupt Church
Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jul 26, 2012 (message contributor)
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1. Correction For A Corrupt Church
Contributed on Jul 26, 2012
Paul teaches the Corinthians and us that our position in Christ should have a practical impact on our daily lifestyle.
Intro: The culture of the Corinthians – sexual immorality and cultural diversity. The context (occasion of the letter) – The immoral conduct of the Corinthians was reflective of the culture instead of Christ. (Our culture and context isn’t much different) 1) Paul wanted to ...read more
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2. The Cure For The Common Church
Contributed on Aug 8, 2012
Don't try to hide the fact you have quarrels and fights. Deal with the fact that there is divisions and disagreement. Divisions distract us. Learn the principles that can be the cure for the common church.
Intro: What is it that causes fights and quarrels or division? We see division in families, marriages, teams, governments, and of course churches? Why? Listen to what James the brother of Jesus has to say. James 4.1-3 “What causes fights and quarrels among you? Aren’t they caused ...read more
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3. The Cross God's Power To Live Wisely
Contributed on Aug 15, 2012
Wisdom is the God given ability to apply God's truth to our daily living in obedience. If we are truly wise we will live Godly lives
Intro: Remember what we have learned about the Corinthians. They were arrogant and prideful. They tucked their thumbs under their suspenders and bragged about things they had no control over. Who baptized them, what their gifts were. We must always remember that as Paul said in 1 Corinthians ...read more
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4. Wisdoms Work: Maturity
Contributed on Aug 22, 2012
Paul gives a roadmap to maturity. God's desire and goal that is revealed throughout the New Testament is maturity. Maturity is likeness to Jesus Christ. We as the church need to ask is wisdom working are we becoming more like Jesus.
Intro: What signs are the Corinthians showing? Division, arrogance, an extreme focus on what they can do? They are immature believers. Paul desires that they will grow and mature. God also wants us to grow and mature and the way that happens is God’s wisdom and the working of His Holy ...read more