Counter Culture

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Counter Culture

April 21, 2024 • Pastor Mike Maiolo • 1 Corinthians 1:18–31

Why is it that some people whom we care about cannot see Jesus and the cross for all of its power? Some even see it as foolishness and irrelevant. The Apostle Paul writes this section of 1 Corinthians to remind them of where their focus ought to be, not on human wisdom, but on God. God’s ways are higher than our ways and His power is made perfect in our weakness (Isaiah 55:8-9).

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June 9, 2024 • Pastor Mike Maiolo • 1 Corinthians 4:14–21

Why is leadership so important? We often hear phrases like “lead by example,” but what does that really look like in everyday life? As Paul says in this letter to the Corinthians about leading, this is the time for Christ-followers to step into the “gaps” of our culture and provide leadership that attracts others to Jesus.

Strength in Weakness

June 2, 2024 • Pastor Mike Maiolo • 1 Corinthians 4:1–13

Strong leadership is a term today that has many definitions. If we believe the Bible has all truth, then the true meaning of leadership is found in the Word of God. In this section of Corinthians, Paul identifies himself and all the leaders with him as “servants.” People today are looking for strong leadership and following God’s definition will bring the greatest impact.

The Root of the Problem

May 26, 2024 • Pastor Scott Kilpatrick • 1 Corinthians 3:18–23

It is always easier to identify the faults and flaws in others than it is to see them in ourselves. Either way, the only effective way to deal with our spiritual shortcomings is to find and address the root of the problem. In this portion of his letter to the Corinthian church, Paul makes it clear that spiritual immaturity and divisiveness in the church are symptoms of some deeply rooted, fundamental problems that need to be corrected. And though Paul is writing to the Corinthian church, he is writing to us as well.