Category: 1 and 2 Corinthians
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I’ve been a bit cloudy lately… 2 Corinthians 3 SOAP
Today’s reading is 2 Corinthians 3 Here’s what grabbed me… Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18 And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his likeness with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. Observation: We are being transformed by Him, and reflect Him in all…
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Listen to the past. 1 Corinthians 10:6
Today’s reading is 1 Corinthians 10. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:6 Now these things occurred as examples to keep us from setting our hearts on evil things as they did. Observation: Take note of what happened to the Israelites and keep your focus on God, not evil. Application: It can be difficult for me to keep…
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Thoughts on Marriage. 1 Corinthians 7
If you are reading 1 & 2 Corinthians with me, today’s reading is 1 Corinthians 7. I’m abandoning the SOAP format today because, well, instead I’d like to ask for your input. This passage talks about marriage. Paul suggests it is better not to be married, as then your focus on God is divided, as…
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I care very little if I am judged by you. 1 Corinthians 4
Okay, that’s not true. But I am working on it! Good morning! I hope you are enjoying our read through 1 Corinthians. Today’s reading is 1 Corinthians 4. (If you follow me on Facebook or Twitter, I post reminders each night on both of those with the next day’s reading.) If you aren’t already using…
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I’m laying the foundation: 1 Corinthians 3
Today’s reading in 1 Corinthians was 1 Corinthians 3. Here’s what grabbed me: Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10 By the grace God has given me, I laid a foundation as an expert builder, and someone else is building on it. But each one should be careful how he builds. Observation: God enabled me to begin the…
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Not my eloquence, but His power 1 Corinthians 2:1
Wow! I am so glad I am reading 1 Corinthians with you! Today, I opened my Bible to read the second chapter and was smacked with so much reassurance. Here’s what grabbed me: Wait, before we get to that, I’ve got a tip for you to help keep you reading with me each day: If…
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I need to be a better listener. 1 Corinthians 1
I have a confession to make: I have been reading 1 Corinthians without you. But that is about to end. It has been such rich reading, and has even made me squirm a bit, so I don’t want you to miss out. And I’d like to read your comments to my comments, too. So I…