Corruption in the Church | S7 Ep. 10

Corruption in the Church: Lessons from 1 Corinthians

Join Matt and Tina in this episode of the Step into Scripture podcast as they discuss the readings from Acts 17-19, 1 and 2 Thessalonians, and 1 Corinthians 1-14. They focus on Paul's teachings in 1 Corinthians and address the issue of corruption in the church, highlighting disunity, immorality, and the misapplication of spiritual gifts. Learn about the importance of spiritual maturity, promoting unity, and addressing sin within the church community based on the teachings of Paul and Jesus.

Key Takeaways 

00:00 Welcome to Step into Scripture
00:42 Paul's Journey Through Greece
02:08 Corruption in the Church
04:05 Call to Unity
05:57 Division Over Leaders
12:02 Building on the Right Foundation
20:41 Addressing Sin in the Church
22:02 Withdrawing Fellowship
23:43 A Father's Flaws and Personal Offense
24:17 Biblical Guidance on Addressing Sin
24:52 The Role of Church Elders
25:15 The Importance of Spiritual Strength
26:06 Handling Unrepentant Sin in the Church
26:42 A Personal Example of Slander
27:47 The Process of Repentance and Restoration
28:42 The Dangers of Slander and Division
30:50 The Role of Humility in Repentance
32:45 The Necessity of Withdrawal of Fellowship
35:13 Conflict Resolution within the Church
37:59 Practical Advice for Handling Slander
41:25 Final Thoughts and Reflection Questions