Explore why Paul’s ministry is more glorious than Moses’. Learn how the Spirit transforms hearts and unveils the glory of the gospel.
04 What’s New About the New Covenant (2 Corinthians 3:1-6)
What’s new about the New Covenant? The new covenant doesn’t just offer help. It creates new people. 2 Corinthians 3:1–6 explained.
03 Why Paul Refused to Change to Win More Converts (2 Corinthians 2:5-17)
Explore why Paul refused to change either himself or the gospel to win more converts and what that means for us today.
02 Why Paul Didn’t Visit Corinth and What That Means for Us (2 Corinthians 1:1-2:4)
When Paul didn’t return to Corinth as expected, some accused him of being unreliable. His response shows us how faith navigates conflict, disappointment, and the hard work of loving others well.
01 Suffering, Comfort & Prayer: What Paul Teaches about Ministry (2 Corinthians 1:1-11)
Paul’s words in 2 Corinthians 1:1-11 offer deep insight into suffering, encouragement, and prayer. Learn what his experience teaches us about gospel ministry and why it still matters today.
Founding the Church in Corinth (Acts 18)
Corinth was a city of wealth, power, and moral decay—an unlikely place for a thriving church. In this episode, we explore how Paul planted the church in Corinth during his second missionary journey and why he stayed longer than expected. You’ll learn about his partnership with Priscilla and Aquila, the cultural challenges he faced, and the strategic vision behind his ministry.
Easter: Why the resurrection is important
On Easter we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. It matters whether something is real or not. It also matters whether an idea is true or not. The historical fact is Jesus rose from the dead, and it makes a difference that he did.
47 1 Corinthians 16 Final Thoughts
In the business end of the letter, Paul explains his travel plans and gives his final admonitions. We’ll also reflect on two important themes we learned from the letter as a whole.
46 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 The end of death
Paul argues that death is a bigger problem than we think because it is more than the end of our earthly life. It is the doorway to judgment. But God will give us mercy in judgment and victory over death because of Jesus Christ.
45 1 Corinthians 15:29-49 Sown in dishonor, raised in glory
Paul answers an objection to the resurrection raised by his opponents with three comparisons: a seed versus the plant it becomes; Adam who brought death versus Christ who brings life; and natural lie now versus transformed life in the kingdom of God.
44 1 Corinthians 15:20-28 The goal of history
In correcting the Corinthians’ view that there is no resurrection, Paul argues that resurrection is an essential part of the way God intends to solve the problem of sin and death.
43 1 Corinthians 15:1-19 The importance of Christ’s resurrection
Paul starts correcting the Corinthians view that there is no resurrection from the dead by making two points: 1) Jesus, the man, was resurrected and 2) if Jesus wasn’t resurrected, then his death accomplished nothing and we are still guilty before God.