Sep 23, 2013 | 1 & 2 Corinthians, Christian Living, Theology
Paul’s second canonical letter to the Corinthians is the New Testament’s equivalent to the book of Job. Some of Paul’s friends had turned against him, and he used this letter as an opportunity to defend himself from their accusations. Paul filled the book of 2...
Sep 18, 2013 | 1 & 2 Corinthians, Romans, Theology
When you read the book of Romans, keep in mind that you’re reading a letter, not a systematic theology. You can learn a lot about Paul and about his beliefs if you take the time to pay careful attention to his words. Romans 16:25-26 For example, look at Romans 16:25,...
Sep 16, 2013 | 1 & 2 Corinthians, Christian Living, Higher Education
Things do not always go according to plan. In fact, at times, your life will certainly not go according to your plans. You will experience tragedy—we all do, eventually. How will you respond? How will you endure through hard times? God is at work in the process even...
May 28, 2013 | 1 & 2 Corinthians, Culture, Romans, Theology
Our bodies matter Even these broken bodies that fail, for those who are in Christ, bear the glory and presence of the risen Lord. For this reason, it matters what we do with our bodies. Those who represent Jesus as the signs of the presence of the kingdom of God...
May 13, 2013 | 1 & 2 Corinthians, Philippians, The Bible, Theology
We’ve been looking at the book of Philippians together at Kingsland Baptist Church, where I’m serving as the interim pastor. In this video I summarize some of what we’ve said so far about the book, and focus on the last few verses of chapter 4. Paul begins in...
Apr 15, 2013 | 1 & 2 Corinthians, The Bible, Theology
In light of Christ’s resurrection, it matters what we do with our bodies. The Bible teaches that Christ was the first-fruits—the resurrection has already begun, and we’ll be raised with Him on the last day. (1 Corinthians 15:23) But what does it mean to honor...
