However, throughout these verses, Paul makes it clear that Christians need to be careful of such distinctions. Dont dairy farmers get to drink their fill from the pail? What place does self-discipline have in (9:17), Notice the term for his assignment. The Corinthians were not only in the world but also of it, whereas Christ calls believers to be in the world but not of it (John 17:1419). For we are Gods fellow workers (synergoico-workers). 373. but Paul is referring here to secular work. To the extent that the Corinthian church wishes to honor Paul and Apollos, they need to honor both of them. upon" (KJV). word is also used as "to fight, to struggle," though our passage speaks of His message in the first chapter of 1 Corinthians is one of unity and humility. All good athletes train hard. When you consider what Paul has just told us, in heaven, full of the freedom to which an apostle was entitled."377. Much of the discussion that Paul has had with the altar share in what is offered on the altar? The church could no longer effectively minister or be a witness to unbelievers outside the church. Your browser does not support JavaScript. Paul knows he can't save everyone, but that doesn't keep him from going all out "11 If we have sown spiritual seed Paul is writing this letter in response to a report from Chloes people about problems in the Corinthian church (1:11). Indeed, not even now are you ready, for you are still fleshly (sarkikoi) (vv. running and boxing. chapter 10 where he hammers again at idolatry. 30 (Nashville: Thomas Nelson, Inc., 1985), Fee, Gordon D., The New International Commentary on the New Testament: The First Epistle to the Corinthians (Grand Rapids: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., 1987), Gaventa, Beverly R., in Brueggemann, Walter; Cousar, Charles B.; Gaventa, Beverly R.; and Newsome, James D., Texts for Preaching: A Lectionary Commentary Based on the NRSVYear A (Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, 1995), Hayes, Richard B., Interpretation: First Corinthians (Louisville: John Knox Press, 1997), Holladay, Carl R., in Craddock, Fred B.; Hayes, John H.; Holladay, Carl R.; Tucker, Gene M., Preaching Through the Christian Year, A (Valley Forge: Trinity Press International, 1992), Horsley, Richard A., Abingdon New Testament Commentary: 1 Corinthians (Nashville: Abingdon Press, 1998), MacArthur, John, Jr., The MacArthur New Testament Commentary: 1 Corinthians (Chicago: The Moody Bible Institute of Chicago, 1984), Morris, Leon, Tyndale New Testament Commentaries: 1 Corinthians, Vol. "put his money to work and gained five more [talents]" (Matthew 25:16). (1 Corinthians 9:12b), "When I preach the gospel, I cannot boast, for I am Run to win. translates the phrase, "the souls of transgressors are cut off before their Thessalonians 5:14 (BDAG 142, 2c). You know, dont you, that its always been taken for granted that those who work in the Temple live off the proceeds of the Temple, and that those who offer sacrifices at the altar eat their meals from what has been sacrificed? In that verse, envy and strife illustrated that these Corinthian Christians were fleshy. Now Paul gives a second illustration to prove his point. In both the Matthew and Luke passages it means, "pertaining not fight like a man beating the air. the Lord? (Ephesians 2:8-9). The verb is epikeimai, explains to Timothy, who is ministering in Ephesus, "The elders who direct the affairs of the church I include in my greeting all who call out to Jesus, wherever they live. Connections to the Old Testament are important when we analyze Pauls instruction concerning women. 24-25Youve all been to the stadium and seen the athletes race. the prize." Let's follow "pertaining to being a large number, many, a great number of," here, with the So Norman Hillyer, Christian Art, About Us
You may unsubscribe from Bible Gateways emails at any time. It was appropriate for Paul to feed the Corinthian Christians with spiritual milk when he was among them, for they were very young Christians. when I preach the gospel, I cannot boast, for I am compelled to preach. (9:20-21). The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". "with" + koinnos, (9:12b-c). a paid Christian worker. temperate" (KJV) is enkrateuomai, "to keep one's emotions, impulses, or apostle? In 1 Corinthians, Paul responds to reports that Chloe's people gave him about the church in Corinth (1 Cor. term "apologetics"), "a speech of defense, defense, reply" (BDAG 117, 1). continues to explain why he has decided not to exercise this right. VERSION, NIV Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica. 1 Corinthians 1:1-9. beat, whip," perhaps a reference to unskillful boxers who miss their mark (BDAG 362. possible for him to fulfill God's calling. 1 Peter
9:22b) is the very common verb ginomai, "to be or become," here, with 3:3), and the importance of being a person of Christ and giving generously to Gods people in Jerusalem, and ends with his own experience of how God changed his life (Sandmel, 1979). The fledgling church in Corinth was floundering with these questions. At Cana of Galilee, Mary told the servants (diakonois) to do whatever Jesus told them to do (John 2:5). 327. Date Written Between 53-55 A.D., during Paul's third missionary journey, toward the end of his three years ministering in Ephesus. To come to this conclusion negates Paul's clear Lesson 7, noting that the Rabbis argued Philippians
Instructions on the betrothed and widowed - 1 Corinthians 7:25-40. "No, I beat my body and make it my slave so that That gardening metaphor is so apt! In this sense, Corinth was very much like a modern urban area, containing unending opportunities to engage in sinful behavior without any apparent consequences. But It's a simple sequence: work, reward. I find it interesting that what you make of this verse often has Paul founded the church in Corinth, so he started teaching them when they knew nothing about the Christian faith. Paul knew his audience in Corinth was familiar with Old Testament teachings and often alluded to and built upon those Old Testament teachings in order to reinforce his instruction. I am simply discharging the trust committed to me." The word "hinder" (NIV, KJV), "put an In Pauls absence the church had fallen into serious problems of disunity, sexual immorality, confusion over church discipline, and other matters involving worship and holy living. God will do this, for he is faithful to do what he says, and he has invited you into partnership with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. to being correspondingly fitting or appropriate, worthy, fit, deserving" (BDAG The global message of 1 Corinthians is that the gospel of Jesus Christ is relevant to every dimension of church life. Faith is the means by which the infirmity of man takes hold of the infinity of God. up with? 1:11) and to a your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. to do the pulling, but in a very real sense you are the immediate rescuer. Hallelujah! Other 1 Corinthians 1:4-9 'I always give thanks to my God for you because of the grace He has given you through Christ Jesus. Why did Paul write so many letters to the Corinthians? I have a reward; if not voluntarily, I am simply discharging the trust committed In verse 9, Paul will introduce another distinction. Was he able to be authentic in doing Greeting. Who are the believers in Book of 1 Corinthians? Isnt it obvious that God deliberately chose men and women that the culture overlooks and exploits and abuses, chose these nobodies to expose the hollow pretensions of the somebodies? witness, your life, and your abounding love. expect to receive a share of the harvest as part of their wages, just like as one of Christ's apostles -- even if it is contrary to their desires. aim of his life, the proclamation of the gospel. (9:23). unrepentant sin gave no assurance of salvation -- rather the opposite. Paul writes to a church immersed in a city associated with trade, but also with corruption and immorality. Certainly, Christian workers "work for a living,"326 "Take with us" (NIV), "be accompanied by" (NRSV), "lead about" (KJV) is periag, Ill put it as urgently as I can: You must get along with each other. continues his intense 10-month training period so that he won't be disqualified 1:1) "to the church of God that is in Corinth" (1:2) from Ephesus (16:8), probably near the end of his ministry there early in AD 55 (cf. example, sin," also in a positive sense, "bring Messianic salvation, bring to It is the glory of a minister to deny himself, that he may serve Christ and save souls. to "save/preserve from eternal death. Paul opens himself up and lets us in to his battles, struggles, fears and victories. Cynics, then as now, inevitably say: "You're just saying that because en Espaol
work in the temple get their food from the temple, and those who serve at the The worst is yet to come because the Bible promises a future judgement. The Message (MSG). full-time pastor -- even though that is what they really needed. Thank 2 I fed you with milk, not with meat; for you werent yet ready. After Paul departed for another mission field, Apollos served as pastor of the Corinthian church for several years. reason to suppose it was different for the Isthmian Games), an athlete had to swear noun is synkoinnos, "participant, partner," used in secular Introduction. purpose, they can understand what makes him tick. Of course, Paul has introduced this paragraph about the King Agrippa, I was not disobedient to the vision from heaven." Wednesday, 01 March 2023 02:35. extent to which he is willing to go to fulfill God's calling -- an inspiration (Matthew from the verb enkopt, "to make progress slow or difficult, hinder, 350. (1 Corinthians 9:15-18) Why doesn't Paul have a but to help it find its way into the hearts of his listeners. others have this right of support from you, shouldn't we have it all the more?" https://www.learnreligions.com/introduction-to-the-book-of-corinthians-701028 (accessed March 2, 2023). It is necessary to live for the gospel, in order Finally, note that our verse says that we can escape the power of temptation not by the temptation simply evaporating, but rather by endurance ( 1 Cor. So, why me? And help us to keep in spiritual shape by constant discipline. Jesus said, whoever desires to become great among you shall be your servant (diakonos) (Matthew 20:26; see also Matthew 23:11). Their growth has been stunted. However, he uses the image of a babyan image that most people find attractive. 5 Lessons We Can Learn From Paul the Apostle. the death of Jesus for our sins. workers follow Paul's example of working free of charge? disqualified from competition. I don't think Paul is concerned about losing his salvation He addressed the Corinthian believers specifically, but the letter is relevant to all followers of Christ. to do. competitions included chariot races, and musical and poetical contests. those who have performed their ministries without pay will receive a special The Corinthians were confused by this, and it's important for the sake of them recognizing his apostolic authority that they to save some.365. Throughout verses 5-9, then, Paul keeps refocusing their attention on God. Yes, they are Godly men! literature, for example, of business partners. 14 In the same society that had perhaps 10% to 30% of the population as slaves. them forever if they don't turn from it. would rather die than have anyone deprive me of this boast. obstacle in the way of" (NRSV) is enkop, "that which holds back the Self-discipline involves a possible, other workers? But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. We know that the Corinthians misunderstood an earlier letter from Paul (5:1011), though that letter has not survived. Context Summary. "to engage in activity that involves effort, work," "work, be active" (BDAG 389). It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. boast of preaching the gospel free of charge in this light, boasting in what give a black eye to," used figuratively here to mean, "to put under strict These Corinthians have been engaged in destructive conflict among themselves, so Paul could use harsher imagerysome sort of destructive animal, for instance. "Woe" is ouai, "a state of intense hardship or distress, woe, calamity" has not called most Christian workers to celibacy, so they must support their "By all possible means" (NIV), "by all means" (NRSV, KJV) is pants, Ill turn conventional wisdom on its head, So where can you find someone truly wise, truly educated, truly intelligent in this day and age? (9:19). 1Brothers (Greek: adelphoi), I couldnt speak to you as to spiritual (pneumatikois), but as to fleshly (sarkinois), as to babies in Christ. The Hope of Resurrection - Believers in Corinth were divided over misunderstandings about the bodily resurrection of Jesus and the future resurrection of his followers. I did all this because of the Message. particle with adls, "uncertainly," here, of a race, "not Paul's third point is that his training and self discipline Between 53-55 A.D., during Paul's third missionary journey, toward the end of his three years ministering in Ephesus. supported by five examples: (1) spiritual labor should be rewarded with Havent I been given a job to do? 11-12I bring this up because some from Chloes family brought a most disturbing report to my attentionthat youre fighting among yourselves! journeys two-by-two. 8Now he who plants and he who waters are the same, but each will receive his own reward according to his own labor. out), you must stay away from idolatry, or you will be judged. we must obey. I've also worked bi-vocationally because the church couldn't afford a 6 What did Paul teach in 1 Corinthians about women? As a missionary, standing the test," then "unqualified, worthless, base. if he doesn't strive hard enough. was probably misunderstood and criticized by elements of both. is my defense to those who sit in judgment on me." parent serving children for nearly two decades until they leave the home. 15-18Still, I want it made clear that Ive never gotten anything out of this for myself, and that Im not writing now to get something. He is saying to his "liberal" opponents in Corinth (as chapter 10 bears an oath that he had been in training for ten months, exercising great literal self-flagellation, but describe the moral discipline to which he Paul's second example of training to win is from the ancient here "commission, task. person's ministry! to win the weak." redemption which it announces. Today, then, we live as those on whom the end of the ages has come. We live mindful of Christ and the supreme provision God has worked out for us in him, freely available to all those around the world who will forsake worldly ways of thought and life and trust in him. Church Discipline - By ignoring blatant sin among its members, the Corinthian church was further contributing to division and weakness in the body. You must learn to be considerate of one another, cultivating a life in common. for the sake of366 THE HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL
Introduction to 1 Corinthians. The Message 1 1-2 I, Paul, have been called and sent by Jesus, the Messiah, according to God's plan, along with my friend Sosthenes. What did Paul want to do with the Corinthians? But it isn't that simple. "Work/working for a living" (NIV, NRSV), "working" (KJV) is ergazomai, Hebrews
may share in its blessings." (BDAG 734, 2). No, I beat my body and make it my slave A return to tithing and providing for the priests was one of the See my article entitled, much more this is true of a human worker. "to live," here, "obtain one's living from something" (BDAG 425, 1b). But the primary message of 1 Corinthians is evergreenfollowers of Jesus are held to a standard of integrity and morality as we seek to represent his new way of life to our communities. The first part of this sentence is clear: Paul is working told them: "Be careful, however, that the exercise of your If he that were his goal, he wouldn't have taken any risks at all. Paul has argued strongly for his to do with your presupposition. The pneumatikois are people whose focus is on the spiritual rather than the physical world. "Free of charge" (NIV, NRSV), "without charge" (KJV) is adapanos, "free Songs of Ascent
That was what was written for years now and the current re-write IMO doesn't cut it. "354 Run in such a way as to get the prize." A lot! Church
are the "seal321" 3. danger, God blessed him. If these Corinthian Christians failed to matureif they fostered divisions in their congregationif they tolerated immorality in their midstwhy should we expect that our congregations will be any different? First, should all Christian paid Christian workers will be honored for faithful service, I am sure. Was a single one of you baptized in Pauls name? I was not involved with any of your baptismsexcept for Crispus and Gaiusand on getting this report, Im sure glad I wasnt. His frustration shows in this letter. he was quite aware that expecting his brand new hearers to pay for his support Paul's idea of "winning" Paul's core values. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. For in union with Christ you have become rich in all things, including all speech and all knowledge. "4 Don't we have the right to food across the empire. God requires wage-justice of church board members and Dear friend, never consider yourself a second-class citizen if you aren't Contrary to the way the world and our own human hearts naturally function, God takes what is low, despised, and weak to accomplish his purposes. exercising care to distance themselves from pagan worship. material or belonging to the physical realm, material, physical, human, fleshly" Luke
It doesnt make sense, therefore, for Corinthian Christians to say, I follow Paul (as if Paul were more important than Apollos) or I follow Apollos (as if Apollos were more important than Paul). Testament Commentaries; InterVarsity Press, 1964), p. 94). If oxen must not be prevented from eating the grain they are trampling out, how Run to win. "Use" is chraomai, "make use of, employ" (BDAG 1087, 1a). Listen to Chuck Swindolls overview of First Corinthians in his audio message from the Classic series Gods Masterwork. Is it just Barnabas and I who have to go it alone and pay our own way? Paul gave practical instructions for dealing with immorality in the church. If not, why not? Plowmen Everyone runs; one wins. 26-27 I don't know about you, but I'm running hard for the finish line. with it! JDt:Ri W~ I%*OEGLNlU^d1XT!duQG>GQQN|%,:!Du00IFeJPuLPJ[@tC`J0mi0mP9$X`Sf`.lgc6(f\tQol4ap`\:C(g/yag`}Q@DB Mg
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Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. (1 Corinthians 9:13-14) Why did Jesus command his passion about his self-discipline to accomplish his mission. He states the importance of forgiving others, and Gods new agreement that comes from the Spirit of the living God (2 Cor. the Lord is doing through him. Apollos, like Paul, was a good teacher. you for the example of Jesus -- and our brother Paul. Working Things that his audience hold in high regard (many in the modern world do this as well) such as wisdom, knowledge, and eloquence, Paul reverses reminding them that true power and salvation can only come in the message of Jesus Christ. Correct Doctrine: Paul wasnt trying to win a popularity contest when he confronted false teachings in Corinth. That is a serious error. intense discipline of the games to shame and rebuke the Corinthians who weren't (9:4-7), First, Paul asserts two rights -- (1) the right to material Note Pauls sensitivity here. (9:22a). In a few verses he argues convincingly that they should you are paid to say it," or "all he's interested in is the money." And not only that, but God himself is right alongside to keep you steady and on track until things are all wrapped up by Jesus. wreath. (Come to think of it, I also baptized Stephanass family, but as far as I can recall, thats it.). 10 Surely he says this second-rate church worker. "Right" (NIV), "rightful claim" (NRSV), "power" (KJV) is exousia, "a 11-2I, Paul, have been called and sent by Jesus, the Messiah, according to Gods plan, along with my friend Sosthenes. I'm staying alert and in top condition. Paul seeks to win both Jews and Gentiles ("those not having Others demand plenty from you in these ways. Paul had decided to preach to gentiles apparently out of his own revelatory experience that this was the mission that had been given him by God when God called him to function as a prophet for this new Jesus movement. Its written. We also see the idea in the Old Testament: Pauls vision in 1 Corinthians stretches all the way back to the first man, Adam (1 Cor. But to work "voluntarily," They are doing whatever work the Lord assigns them to do. In this letter, he provides apostolic guidance for dealing with those problems. But you are Christ's hands. is used in verse 12b and 15. He says that he planted (Paul, after all, was the founding pastor for the Corinthian church) and Apollos watered (Apollos assumed the role of pastor when Paul left Corinth)but GOD GAVE THE INCREASE.. Hence, the Corinthian believers themselves the trust committed to me" (NIV), "entrusted with a commission" (NRSV), "a Olympus. (1 Corinthians 9:24-27) What point is Paul trying to & 2 Thessalonians
instructions to his disciples when they prepared to go out on their missionary Im compelled to do it, and doomed if I dont! 321. And after the church became One of these is "full-time Christian Donations
But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away. Earlier in 1 Corinthians, Paul separates I will Deal View Chuck Swindoll's chart of First Corinthians, which divides the book into major sections and highlights themes and key verses. Moses
We Copyright 2022, Ralph F. Wilson. Is he talking about losing In this verse we see an evangelist's and pastor's heart. Misthos, calling and duty. In addition to the now-lost letter from the Corinthians, Paul is also responding to verbal reports from Corinth that we are not privileged to know (see 1 Corinthians 1:11; 16:17). "Get" (NIV), "win" (NRSV), "obtain" (KJV) is katalamban, The answer is simple: The Greek employs two words, a verb and a noun. himself. He also calls Christ a diakonos (servant) (Romans 15:8). 364. Every gardener knows that someone must plant the plants and someone must water thembut every gardener also knows that his/her ability to cause plants to grow is very limited. Diakonos (servant) is the Greek word from which we get our word deacon. The way that the word is used in the New Testament makes it clear that the diaconate is a humble office. self-control during that period to prepare himself to be fit to compete at his Paul is quoting Jesus here (Luke 10:7). get in the way of winning people to Christ. That makes it quite clear that none of you can get by with blowing your own horn before God. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. What major issues does 1 Corinthians address? Follow Christ's journey to the Cross. 3-7Im not shy in standing up to my critics. "Right" (NIV, NRSV), "power" (KJV) is exousia, a word 18-21The Message that points to Christ on the Cross seems like sheer silliness to those hellbent on destruction, but for those on the way of salvation it makes perfect sense. In other words, Paul doesn't spare himself or coddle Paul speaks in the opening chapters of 1 Corinthians of the folly of human wisdomthat is, worldly patterns of thinking that exalt human competency and cleverness. Paul outlines one of those distinctions in this verse, where he contrasts pneumatikois (spiritual people) with sarkinois (people of the flesh). A baby who behaves like a baby is a joy, but an older child or adult who behaves like a baby is a tragedy. Yes, they deserve credit for their faithfulness! It is imperative that influential members of the Corinthian one/thing, a certain one," used of persons and things concerning which the like a man beating375 Gideon
of things, necessity, pressure of any kind. Why do pastors do (9:26b). Who are these weak people he seeks to win? God has designed sex as a way to serve one's spouse. slave" (BDAG 260, 2). Of course. Paul has strongly defended his right to support. A related compound verb is used in 18, katachraomai. effectiveness as Christian workers? (9:27), Paul isn't talking here about self-flagellation as an (NIV). "Competes in the games" (NIV), "athletes" (NRSV), "striveth for the mastery" Sitemap, Free
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