1 Corinthians 12:23

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Articles, Bible studies, and sermons that contain The First Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Corinthians 12:23:

I Corinthians 12:20-27
Excerpted from: Serving the Brethren Through Prayer

We have our place in the Body of Christ. Paul uses the metaphor of the body to illustrate the unity, the interdependence that we have in the church. And each member of the church has its part to contribute to the whole. He stresses that the gifts are necessary and should be valued regardless of their perceived importance, and that the focus should be on serving the Body rather than seeking personal glory. I find it interesting that the chapter that follows this one immediately is the Love Chapter, because if love does not accompany the gifts that we are given, what good are they? What are the gifts if they are corrupted by selfishness and pride?

I Corinthians 12:19-27
Excerpted from: Government (Part Six)

If you were following there carefully, you will see that no part of the body is seen as being more important, more necessary, better or intrinsically possessing more authority—regardless of office. The arrangement of all the parts of the body is not left to chance, but is by appointment of God; and each part is shown as needing the other! Did you get that?

Articles

A Matter of Honor
Are You Worthy to Escape?
Rebuilding the Wall
Thanksgiving
The Elements of Motivation (Part Six): Eternal Life
Unity and Personal Responsibility

Bible Studies

Biblical Symbolism (Part Four)
Parable of the Talents (Part One)

Essays

First Things First (Part Three): Walking With God
Hannah's Thanksgiving
High Places Left Standing
Thanks for Everything
The Bible's Roles for Men  (2)
The Importance of Fellowship (Part One)
The Importance of Fellowship (Part Two)
What Is Your Talent?

Sermons

The Christian Medal of Honor
Church Unity Despite the Spirit of the World
Letters to Seven Churches (Part Ten): The Church
The Church, One Body
Is Redistribution of Wealth Biblical?
Marriage and the Bride of Christ (Part 4)
Themes of I Corinthians (Part 7)
The Mystery of the Church
Remember: Truth and the Real Torch of Freedom
The Household of God and Truth
Our Privilege
Liberty vs. Independence
Titus (Part Four): Traits of a Healthy Church
God Expects a Return on His Investment (Part One)
Unity
Strategies for Interfacing with Babylon Without Becoming Assimilated (Part Three)

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