20 Is Singleness Better Than Marriage? (1 Corinthians 7:25-40)
Paul concludes his advice on marriage by addressing the engaged. As he explains his thinking, Paul gives us one of the most profound lessons we can learn in this life.
19 Stay as You Are? What Paul Teaches About Mixed Marriages (1 Corinthians 7:12-24)
In 1Corinthians 7, Paul addresses believers married to unbelievers, and tells them it is best to honor their marriage vows.
September 2019 Recap
In 1Corinthians 7 Paul turns to God’s purpose for sexuality and his discussion could be the “poster child” for the importance of understanding the context. I hope you’re enjoying 1Corinthians as much as I am. I’m particularly encouraged by your emails, tweets, and the many new subscribers! I love hearing from you!
18 Is Singleness a Gift or a Curse? (1 Corinthians 7:7-11)
In 1 Corinthians 7:7-11, Paul addresses the widows and widowers, telling them both singleness and marriage are good gifts from God. Then he addresses those considering divorce as a way to please God.
On Break
The podcast is on break this week for some much need rest and relaxation. In the meantime, here are 16 things to do during the break.
17 Too Spiritual for Sex? Paul’s Advice To Married Couples (1 Corinthians 7:1-6)
In Corinthians 7, Paul turns to answering specific question the Corinthians asked. The first question concerns the place of sexuality. Paul corrects their view that married people should be celibate.
August 2019 Recap
With 1 Corinthians 4, we finished the first major section of 1Corinthians and moved into some of Paul’s more challenging teaching on issues like sexual immorality, lawsuits between believers, and what separates believers from the world. As we waded into deep theological waters, we’ve seen the overwhelming importance of context, especially when his argument crosses multiple chapters. Thanks for listening and emailing! Welcome new subscribers!
16 Glorify God in Your Body: What Paul Says About Sex and Belonging (1 Corinthians 6:15-20)
Paul argues that the pursuit of sexual purity is a necessary part of following Christ, because we belong to him in a profound way and God created sexuality with a specific meaning.
15 All Things Are Lawful? What Paul Says About Sin and Freedom (1 Corinthians 6:9-14)
Paul counters two arguments the Corinthians used to justify their choices: “all things are lawful” and “food is for the stomach.”
14 When Christians Sue Each Other (1 Corinthians 6:1-8)
Should believers take other believers to secular law court? Paul confronts the Corinthian church for doing so. But like the other issues he’s addressed, Paul is more concerned with the attitudes behind their taking legal action.
Leader Evaluation Sample
When you recruit feedback from your students at the end of a Bible study year, don’t forget to solicit feedback from your leaders.
13 What Paul Means by ‘A Little Leaven Leavens the Dough’ (1 Corinthians 5:6-13)
Continuing his discussion of the man having an affair with his stepmother, Paul uses a common biblical analogy that a little leaven leavens the whole lump of dough. What exactly is he telling us about the church?
About the Author
Krisan Marotta is a Bible teacher and host of Wednesday in the Word, the podcast about what the Bible means and how we know.