The book of 1 Corinthians is more than a list of sins—though many sins are mentioned—it's an epistle of patience. The Christians in Corinth were falling all over themselves for sin, and yet Paul calls them "brothers and sisters" first. Paul is angry but driven by love and eager to talk about the God of second chances.
Paul's letter confronts us today who need a spiritual check-up. Just as they were intended to do for the Corinthians, his words encourage us and show us how to lead a pure life. As you read, study, journal, and discuss the book of 1 Corinthians, watch for these key themes that Max will unpack throughout the
The church, as the body of Christ, should be unified in the same way a physical body is united.God calls His people to sexual purity.We must honor God within our human relationships.Love is the greatest of all gifts.The Life Lessons with Max Lucado series brings the Bible to life in twelve lessons filled with intriguing questions, inspirational stories, and poignant reflections to take you deeper into God's Word. Each lesson
An opening reflection on the Bible book you're studying.Background information to deepen your understanding of the cultural and historical setting.An excerpt of the text (from the NIV and the NKJV).Exploration questions with plenty of room to write your own thoughts and notes.Inspirational thoughts from Max as well as a closing takeaway for further reflection.The Life Lessons series is ideal for use in both a small-group setting or for individual study.
With more than 150 million products in print and several NYT bestsellers, Max Lucado is America's bestselling inspirational author. He serves the Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, where he lives with his wife, Denalyn, and their mischievous mutt, Andy. His most recent book published in August 2024 and is titled What Happens Next.
I really liked that this bible study was focused on a specific part of the bible, most of the bible studies I've done up until this were a little more general and attempted to address more of the bible. This, since it was more specific, was able to really unpack the segment it looked at. I do think, however, Lucado's take was a little too focused on the individual rather than on God/Christ. Much of it focused on "do you participate in church enough?" or "do you tithe the proper amount?" and I really think the focus should be more on God and the individual's relationship with Him.
Another great way to delved deeper into scripture! Love studying 1 Corinthians using Max Lucado’s tool. Easy to follow with daily step by step Lesson plans. Thought provoking questions that really help you to apply your own understanding of God’s Word to your own life. Highly recommend.
Max does a great job taking an old message from a self indulgent church and showing us that there is indeed nothing new under the son. A strong message of hope from Paul to a divided church speaks volumes to today's church living in a fractured US. There divisions are familiar to us today yet we serve a God of the future now. Through what Christ did for us we are to feel that hope and be United in vision and purpose. We done Max, good and faithful servant.
Lucado does some pretty good stuff. I like focusing on one book of the Bible. This has some very thought-provoking questions, and some that left me cold, which is usual with books with questions. I'd say give it a try if you like Max, or Corinthians.