1 Corinthians 10:14-22 - Flee from Idolatry
How to Be Free in Christ
Christians have been set free from the bondage of sin through faith in Christ. However, our Christian freedom does have restraints. This article show that the Bible teaches a wise and proper way of enjoying our Christian liberty. 1 Corinthians 6:12 and 1 Corinthians 10:23-24 are brought into the discussion for consideration.
The New Testament Evidence Regarding Paedocommunion
The Church Around the Table The Life of the Church Series: Sermon Eight
Theological and Ethical Responses to Religious Pluralism – 1 Corinthians 8-10
What were the appropriate Christian responses to the complexity of daily life presided over by the deities in Corinth, as portrayed in 1 Corinthians 8-1 Corinthians 10? This essay responds to this question by first describing the religious pluralism of Roman Corinth, which took for granted the legitimacy of all its many gods and many lords.
"Stronger Than He?" The Strength of 1 Corinthians 10:22b
What is the intended meaning of the rhetorical question in 1 Corinthians 10:22? This article argues that an investigation of the Old Testament background to verses 1-21 suggests a likely origin for 10:22b, and also clarifies its precise intent, significance, and force.
The Rock That Followed Them
This article considers the Old Testament background to Paul's mention in 1 Corinthians 10:4 of the rock that followed the Israelites in the wilderness. The author suggests that Paul was simply reflecting on the records of the Old Testament instead of a Jewish tradition.
Thirty-One Days of Purity: Trusting God’s Promises
This article explains how 1 Corinthians 10:13 can help in winning the battle for sexual purity. It is a call to trust the promises of God.
Does 1 Corinthians 10:13 Imply Libertarian Freedom? A Reply to Paul A. Himes
What is the nature of human freedom in light of man's natural tendency towards sin? This article responds to a previous article in the journal by Paul Himes who argued that 1 Corinthians 10:13 provides good evidence in favour of libertarianism, at least in situations in which Christians are tempted to sin. Cowan argues contrary to Himes that the text actually supports a compatibilist view of freedom.
Turning the Tables on Idol Feasts: Paul's Use of Exodus 32:6 in 1 Corinthians 10:7
Does the New Testament use the Old Testament in a contextual manner, that is, acknowledging the literary context from where the reference is taken? The thesis of this article is that Paul’s use of Exodus 32:6 in 1 Corinthians 10:7 and the flow of the argument in 1 Corinthians 10:1–13 are best understood against the literary context of covenant making, breaking, and renewal in Exodus 19-Exodus 34.
The Scriptures Were Written for our Instruction
What is the intent of Scripture? This article considers a number of biblical texts: Romans 4:23-24, Romans 15:4, Romans 15:1-7, and 1 Corinthians 10:5.
1 Corinthians 10:16 - Communion With Christ
1 Corinthians 10:16 reveals that the heart of the Lord's Supper is communion with Christ as a result of His redemptive work. Understanding Holy Communion in this way has implications for those partaking in it. The Lord's Supper must be viewed as a seal of the covenant of grace.
The Body of Christ
This article looks at the implications of the Lord's Supper on church membership. Through the Lord's Supper we are taught that communion with Christ results in communion with other believers. This is what it means to be the body of Christ, as stated in 1 Corinthians 10:17.
1 Corinthians 10:1-11:1 - Demonic Worship
This article is a Bible study on 1 Corinthians 10:1-1 Corinthians 11:1.
The Meaning of the Lord's Supper
This is an extensive article on the Lord's Supper.
The Biblical Case for Infant Baptism 1
This article looks at the arguments for infant baptism in the Bible. The author discusses circumcision as covenant sign, circumcision and the new covenant, circumcision and the judgment from God, circumcision and Jesus Christ, the baptism of John the Baptist, baptism and the judgment from God, baptism as a water ordeal.