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Paul reminds the Corinthians that their faith in Jesus makes them heirs of the kingdom of God. Yet their former, sinful way of life contradicts this new life in Christ. Paul lists a series of sins that were a matter of course for the Corinthians but are incompatible with their new life in Christ. Faith in Jesus must bring about a genuine transformation in a person's life. He has "washed them clean"—and now they are to live accordingly. "Washed clean" means that God has freed them from their guilt and set them apart for Himself. They are no longer slaves to sin but belong to God.
In Paul's time, the Gnostic idea existed that the body was irrelevant to faith in Jesus, as long as the spirit remained pure. Some believed they could do whatever they wanted with their bodies as long as their inner faith was unchanged. Paul, however, clearly points out that the body, just like the spirit, belongs to God. Christians must not misuse their bodies for sin—both should be consecrated to Jesus.
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Corinth was a major port city in ancient Greece—a center of commerce, religious diversity, and known for loose living. Precisely there, a young church was growing, learning to live out their faith in a secular environment. Many issues they faced remain relevant today. In this reading plan, you'll see how Paul addresses the early believers’ challenges and shows what it means to live as a church, strengthen one another, and use the Spirit’s gifts. It’s about genuine love, handling conflict, the power of the resurrection, and how faith in Christ can transform everyday life.
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