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