1 Corinthians: Part 1

I have decided that I will be reading the writings of Paul. This is including the books of the Bible that are said to be Paul's but are not clear as to who wrote them. I have already read Romans (Lesson 26); thus, I will be reading the 1 Corinthians. I read the first part (chapter 1-8) tonight. 

As far as a 12:30 am thought process is concerned, I gathered this during my study:

1. We (believers) should all speak the same thing so that there is no divisions among us. We should be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. (1:10)
2. Faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God. (2:5)
3. We cannot fathom, see, or hear that which God has prepared for those that He loves. (2:9)
4. We are the temple of God and He dwells within us. (3:16-17)
5. The wisdom of the world is foolishness with God. (3:19)
6. Judge nothing before the time, until the Lord come, who both will bring to light the hidden things of darkness, and will make manifest the counsels of the hearts: and then shall every man have praise of God. (4:5)
7. I know nothing by myself (4:4)
8. Them that are without God judgeth. Therefore put away from among yourselves that wicked person. (5:13)
9. All things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any. (6:12) -- All things are lawful for me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but all things edify not. (10:23)
10. Every sin, except fornication, is without the body. (6:18)
11. We are bought with a price. (6:20), (7:23)
12. When we are unmarried we can fully commit our time and desires to God as opposed to pleasing our significant other. However, marriage is not bad. (7:32-39)
13. Do not do in front of others that which is their downfall. Do not drink in front of a recovering alcoholic, or eat meat in front of a new vegan. We will cause them to stumble. When we are stumbling blocks to others, we wound their weak conscience and we win against Christ. (8:9-12)

 As a final thought, as it is near 1 am, the things that are emboldened were said twice within the books that I read tonight. The Bible repeats that which is very, very important to remember. All things are lawful for me, but not all of it is something that I should do and  "we are bought with a price" was said twice. We must remember that just because we can do something doesn't mean that we should as it comes with a price; the price of Jesus' blood.

Happy Easter!!!

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"Who Am I?" - Point of Grace

Over time You've healed so much in me,
And I am living proof.
That although my darkest hour had come,
Your light could still shine through.
Though at times it's just enough to cast,
A shadow on the wall.
I am grateful that you've shined your light on me at all. 

CHORUS:

Who Am I,
That you would love me so gently?
Who Am I,
That you would recognize my name?
Who Am I,
That you would speak to me so softly?
Conversation with the Lord most high.
Who Am I? 

Oh Amazing Grace how sweet the sound,
That saved a wretch like me.
I once was lost,
But now am found.
Was blind,
But now I see.
And the more I sing that sweet old song,
The more I understand.
That I do not comprehend this
love that's coming from your hand. 

CHORUS 

Grace, grace.
God's grace.
Grace that will pardon, and cleanse within.
Grace, grace.
God's great grace.
Grace that is greater than all my sin. 

CHORUS 

Lord, Who Am I?
Who Am I?
Lord Who Am I?
Who Am I?
Who Am I?