1 Corinthians Week 114

It was awesome to see, in scripture, the power and authority of the name of the Lord Jesus Christ in V.3 of chapter 12!  In the Dispensation of Grace, only a true born again believer can say Jesus is Lord by the Holy Spirit.  As we saw in Philippians 2:9-11, ultimately, everyone will declare that … Read more

1 Corinthians Week 113

Two weeks ago we discussed the two chambers of hell in the Old Testament — one of torment where the rich man was and paradise / Abraham’s bosom where Lazarus was comforted (Luke 16:19-31). Jesus went to paradise for 3 days and 3 nights when he died on the cross. Luke 23:42-43; 1 Peter 3:18-20; … Read more

1 Corinthians Week 112

We began our study of 1 Corinthians 12 in earnest today, with Paul reminding the readers that they were idol worshiping Gentiles before they were born again. It is important that we always remind ourselves that we were saved out of a life of sin and death.Ephesians 2:1-3: And you hath he quickened, who were … Read more