[:en]Thoughts from 1 Corinthians 14[:]

[:en]Speaking in tongues speaks to God and it edifies himself.  But prophecies speaks to men for their strengthening, encouragement, comfort and edifies the church. (vs. 3-4)  Paul would rather the believers to prophesy so that the church may be edified. (v. 5) “Worship must be orderly because God is not a God of disorder but… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Corinthians 14[:]

[:en]Thoughts from 1 Corinthians 13[:]

[:en]Definition of LOVE:  (vs. 4-8) Love is: Patient Kind Rejoices with the truth Protects Trusts Hopes Perseveres Love is not: Does not envy Does not boasts Not proud Not rude Not self-seeking Not easily angered No wrong records Does not delight in evil Never fails “And now these three remain:  faith, hope and love.  But… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Corinthians 13[:]

[:en]Thoughts from 1 Corinthians 12[:]

[:en]Spiritual Gifts are: Wisdom Knowledge Faith Healing Miraculous power Prophecy Distinguishing between spirits Speaking in different kinds of tongue Interpretation of tongues “All these are the work of one and the same Spirit, and he gives them to each one, just as he determines” (v. 11) One Body, Many Parts: The church is the body… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Corinthians 12[:]

[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (9/24/17)[:]

[:en]American swimmer Dora Torres broke the US record for the 50 meters free style.  But before she was able to attain the glory, she also encountered obstacles in her athletic career:  injuries, surgery and twice the age of her competitors.  But she never let those obstacles hinder her from pursuing her goal.  The setbacks had… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (9/24/17)[:]

[:en]Thoughts from 1 Corinthians 08[:]

[:en]There is within us a conscience that commends or convict us.  Our conscience can become stronger as we grow in spiritual understanding.  And the spiritual ministry makes us appreciate the freedom in Christ.  However, spiritual knowledge can either hurt or build people.   So be careful that the exercise of your freedom doe snot become a… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Corinthians 08[:]