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1 Corinthians 14 and the Importance of Intelligent Worship

In 1 Corinthians 14 the apostle transitions into the final part of his discussion on the abuse of tongues. In the first verse he summarises the previous two chapters with two imperatives, just in case we missed it—pursue love (Ch. 13), desire spiritual gifts (Ch. 12). He comes now specifically to the gift of tongues, [...]

1 Corinthians 14 and the Importance of Intelligent Worship2020-01-04T11:52:34+03:00

The Corinthian Phenomenon Pt. 3: Pentecostalism and 1 Cor. 14

The modern practice of tongues, which claims a higher level of spirituality, has modeled itself on the most problematic congregation in all of the New Testament. This has been said often, but it is still an astonishing fact. Another interesting observation is that what was happening in Corinth is not even hinted at in other [...]

The Corinthian Phenomenon Pt. 3: Pentecostalism and 1 Cor. 142019-11-16T19:00:07+03:00

The Corinthian Phenomenon Pt. 2: A Better Way for Gift-Crazy Corinthians

At this point, we need to remind ourselves that 1 Corinthians 12-14 is one cohesive unit dealing with the broad subject of spiritual gifts. In Chapter 12 Paul dealt with the gifts in general and only hinted at the tongues issue (12:10). Tongues was his target, of course, and this will become clearer in chapter [...]

The Corinthian Phenomenon Pt. 2: A Better Way for Gift-Crazy Corinthians2019-11-07T18:05:20+03:00

The Corinthian Phenomenon Pt. 1: Unity in Diversity

Floral Fantasy, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore Six times in Paul's first epistle to the Corinthians, he used the same phrase, sometimes translated in the AV, “now concerning” (7:1: 7:25; 12:1; 16:1), and sometimes, “as touching” (8:1, 16:12). It seems that he was addressing a series of questions that the Corinthians had asked in a previous [...]

The Corinthian Phenomenon Pt. 1: Unity in Diversity2019-11-03T17:25:47+03:00

Tongues in the Book of Acts: Breaking Jewish Prejudice

We have considered Paul’s explanation of the tongue-speaking phenomena in 1 Corinthians 14. It was a sign, Paul said, of the judgement of God on Israel (1 Corinthians 14:22; Isaiah 28:11). The confusion of the Jews on the day of Pentecost, when they assumed the disciples were drunk, may be a further indication of judgement. [...]

Tongues in the Book of Acts: Breaking Jewish Prejudice2019-10-27T08:19:24+03:00

The Purpose of Tongues: Harmonizing Pentecost with the Corinthian Phenomenon

The crowds in Jerusalem were amazed on the Day of Pentecost when the disciples spoke in tongues. Many thought they were drunk. Peter, however, knew that it was the work of the Holy Spirit and when he saw what was happening, his mind went directly to the words of the prophet Joel (2:28-32). Peter could [...]

The Purpose of Tongues: Harmonizing Pentecost with the Corinthian Phenomenon2019-10-21T12:13:05+03:00

Genesis Three (Pt.7): The False Promises of Sin

The subtle beginnings soon morphed into an all-out attack. This was a change in tactic (Edward J. Young, 33). Everything was out in the open. He moved from doubting God to radical and reckless infidelity. In the discourse that followed between the serpent and the woman, Satan made three promises in verses four and five; the promise of impunity, of improvement, and of independence.

Genesis Three (Pt.7): The False Promises of Sin2019-03-16T19:05:45+03:00

Genesis Three (Pt.6): The Subtlety of the Serpent

It’s hard to get the hook out when it’s in past the barb—some flesh will need to be sacrificed. When sin gets our attention and gets a hold, it's difficult to remove and detach ourselves from it. This is where the woman found herself.  Having captured her attention and locked her in conversation, Satan began to devour her (1 Peter 5:8).

Genesis Three (Pt.6): The Subtlety of the Serpent2019-03-13T04:27:23+03:00

Genesis Three (Pt.5): The Serpent’s Strategy of War

Eden was no random attack, it was a strategy of war. Satan had a target in mind, and that target was humanity, the apex of God’s creation ... He must strike humanity at the root. He must poison the fountain at the source. Satan’s target was not Adam but Adam’s children—humanity ... Humanity fell as one when Satan poisoned the source. The “likeness” and “image” of Adam’s offspring were marred by Adam’s sin.

Genesis Three (Pt.5): The Serpent’s Strategy of War2019-03-02T13:20:37+03:00

Genesis Three (Pt.4): “The Serpent:” A Talking Snake

The Bible begins and ends with the serpent. In Genesis he is cunning, subtle and deceptive—and he finds a measure of success. But that “success” is given him only to reveal God's gracious salvation. In Revelation, he is defeated and cast into the bottomless pit. This is the story of the gospel.

Genesis Three (Pt.4): “The Serpent:” A Talking Snake2019-02-21T01:43:34+03:00
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