1 Corinthians 15:1-26 – What is Coming?

Read 1 Corinthians 15:1-26

If you ever wonder what people mean when they say, “the gospel,” then Paul’s opening remarks here give you a wonderful example of that “Good News.” It’s also Paul’s testimony of how he came to be a follower of Christ rather than a key persecutor. God’s transformation of Paul is one of the beautiful stories of the New Testament.

Paul always points to God as his guiding light in life. I love how Paul talks about how, by the grace of God, God is working through him. We can have that same assurance. God has a purpose for each one of us. Finding and living out that purpose makes life on this planet so much fun. We find ourselves, like Paul, wanting to live life to the fullest, bringing honor to the kingdom. Continue reading “1 Corinthians 15:1-26 – What is Coming?”

Romans 1:16 – The Good News

 For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes—the Jew first and also the Gentile.” (Romans 1:16)

As Christians, we know it’s our privilege to share the “Good News” with others. What is this news, and why is it good? Well, some refer to it as the “Gospel.” That is, Jesus’ story and how it involves us all. We are written into God’s story when we believe, no matter our earthly heritage.

Context (Romans 1:8-17): This section quotes our memory verse and discusses the “Good News” to a group of Christ-followers in Rome. Paul has been welcoming his audience in Rome and applauding their faithfulness. Paul felt that the believers in Rome understood the importance of the “Good News.” The news part suggests it’s a message, and the good is something very good—that God loves us and wants a relationship with us. That’s a message everyone should know, don’t you agree? Continue reading “Romans 1:16 – The Good News”

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