Tag Archives: Prayer

Truths of the Resurrection

Posted on December 17, 2018 by Mark Shields

In 1 Corinthians 15:35-58, Paul uses the parallels in nature to help the Corinthians grasp truths of the resurrection. He used the illustration of farming and how the farmer does not plant the living plant but the seed. Also with … Continue reading →

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No Fear

Posted on December 12, 2018 by Mark Shields

Reading in 1 Corinthians 15:12-34, some did not believe in resurrection of the dead but Paul explains that the logical conclusion would then be that not even Christ was raised from the dead. On the other hand, there is no … Continue reading →

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Facts of the Gospel

Posted on December 10, 2018 by Mark Shields

In the passage 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, Paul summarizes the gospel message that Christ died for our sins according to what was prophesized in the scripture. He was buried, raised from the dead on the third day, and witnesses saw Him … Continue reading →

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Orderly Worship

Posted on December 5, 2018 by Mark Shields

In the passage 1 Corinthians 14:20-40, Paul gives some rules concerning conduct in the worship service. Everything is done in a fitting and orderly way to build up the church. Discussed is the gift of tongues which is not forbidden … Continue reading →

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Seeing the Purpose Clearly

Posted on December 3, 2018 by Mark Shields

In 1 Corinthians 14:1-19, Paul discusses the gifts of tongues and prophecy. He encourages the Corinthians to desire the gift of prophecy over tongues because prophecy speaks to people in a way they can understand and is useful for their … Continue reading →

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