Having made his appeal, countering both the criticism and the self-commendation of his opponents, Paul proceeds to support it by pointing to several subsidiary issues (in 11:1–6, that of faithfulness to the gospel) at stake in this contest for authority. To do this, however, he must engage in the foolishness of an apology in defense of himself and his preaching. But because of his jealous love for the Corinthians, and his desire as their “father” to present the church to Christ as a “pure virgin” bride, ...
Do you ever feel religion is complicated beyond belief? A very pious chap was once explaining to a friend the difference between his denomination and another with which his had been at swordpoints for centuries. "One group believes you are baptized into Christ, and the other believes you are baptized in Christ," he said. "There have been strife, arguments and battles over the issue for as long as anyone can remember. I would bet my soul that my church is correct, and the other one is wrong! It is a matter ...
Psalm 118:1-29, John 20:19-31, Acts 5:27-32, Revelation 1:4-8
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B. David Hostetter
READINGS Psalter—Psalm 118:14-29 [OR] Psalm 150 First Lesson—The stubborn refusal of the apostles to desist in the spreading of the Good News in Jerusalem brings examination before the council. Acts 5:27-32 Second Lesson—To Christians in a period of persecution John brings visions of the risen Lord in glory. Revelation 1:4-8 Gospel—The risen Christ appears to his disciples first in the absence of Thomas, then with the questioner present. John 20:19-31 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus ...
A brand-new book came out in the past couple of months that immediately hit the #1 New York Times Bestseller List and has remained on the list for 14 weeks straight. It’s called “The Let Them Theory.” Written by Mel Robbins, who researched and developed its premise in response to her own personal journey from feeling “stuck” and hopeless in her life’s situation to becoming one of the most successful behavioral experts in the country, the book helps people and organizations alike battle depression and ...