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1 Corinthians

This is a collection of devotional posts from the book of 1 Corinthians. They are sorted according to when they were written, with the most recent first. To see them in their biblical order, select them from the menu.

compelled to serve

Compelled to Serve – 1 Corinthians 9:16

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Imagine what the church would be like today if each of us felt compelled to serve, using the gifts God has given us for the common good.

run to get the prize

Run to Get the Prize – 1 Corinthians 9:24

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Like runners training for a race, as believers, we need to persevere in our faith. Run to get the prize at the end.

examples and warnings

Examples and Warnings – 1 Corinthians 10:11

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There is much we can learn from the Old Testament. Especially, to heed the warnings not to follow the examples of those who disobeyed God.

The Problem of Overconfidence

The Problem of Overconfidence – 1 Corinthians 10:12

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Paul's warning against overconfidence is important today. It is too easy for us to be dependent on self and, as a result, fall into sin.

resisting temptation

Resisting Temptation – 1 Corinthians 10:13

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God does not leave me alone in dealing with temptation. He knows what I am capable of. And he always provides a way to escape.

Do All Things for the Glory of God

Do All Things for the Glory of God – 1 Corinthians 10:31

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How do I know if something glorifies God or not? For instance, when I go out for a run in the morning, is God glorified? That can be hard to answer. But I try and imagine God being physically present with me in the activity; running down the road alongside me. Am I embarrassed to…

Causing Others to Stumble

Causing Others to Stumble – 1 Corinthians 10:32-33

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It is important for me to watch my life and words closely so that I do not cause other people to stumble and turn away from God.

The Lord's Supper

The Lord’s Supper – 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

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Regardless of how you might view the Lord's Supper, we should remember his death and look forward to his return as we share at his table.

different kinds of service

Different Kinds of Service – 1 Corinthians 12:4-6

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God has equipped all believers for service in the kingdom. But not all the same. There are different kinds of service that he has called us to.

Spiritual Gifts

Spiritual Gifts: Given to the Body – 1 Corinthians 12:7

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As believers, each of us has been gifted to serve the rest of the body. Our spiritual gifts are not for us, but for the body.

Equipped to Serve the Body

Equipped to Serve the Body – 1 Corinthians 12:11

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Every believer has been equipped by God to serve the body. And the body of Christ needs what you have been given. So be faithful to your call.

Unity and diversity in the body

Unity and Diversity in the Body – 1 Corinthians 12:12-14

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The body of Christ is composed of a wide diversity of members, each with different functions. But together, we form a single unified body.