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As we close out 1 Corinthians, we continue to plumb the depths of Paul’s final words to the Corinthians in this letter. Be watchful, be steadfast, be courageous, be strong, love well, and love Jesus together. That is life and church by the book.

In the beginning of 1 Corinthians, Paul says, “For though you have countless guides in Christ, you do not have many fathers. For I became your father in Christ Jesus through the gospel.” (1 Cor 4:15) As a good father, even in his parting words, Paul seeks to teach his spiritual children. In this sermon, we’ll look at these parting words and seek to uncover the truths buried just beneath the surface.

Money can be a touchy subject in the church. What should we make of giving? Does God still command it? If so, how much? As Paul begins to close the first letter to Corinth, he leaves them with wisdom regarding these popular questions. 

As we close out this chapter in 1 Corinthians, we are brought up to the highest point for a view of the peace that is to come: death is defeated and Christ reigns victorious. Fueled that future hope, we are then called down the mountain to steadfast ministry in the valley.

King Nebuchadnezzar was a man who believed he was the maker and sovereign one over his kingdom. In His mercy, God humbled this king and revealed to him the King above all other kings. 

In this passage, Paul gives the narrowest glimpse into what resurrection life will be like. While he doesn’t satisfy our curiosity completely, what we can glean from this passage is that life in the world to come will be an extension of what we know from this life. Yet the nature of that new life will be so new, so much better, and so much more than this life, and we will live it with unending joy in the presence of God.