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Building on the Foundation: A Study of 1 Corinthians 3:10-23

A study of 1 Corinthians 3:10-23, focusing on the foundation of faith, the importance of spiritual growth, and the nature of true wisdom.

1. The Foundation of Faith

1.1 The Foundation Laid

Verses: 1 Corinthians 3:10
  • Paul laid the foundation of the gospel message.
  • Each believer has a responsibility to build upon that foundation carefully.

1.2 The Only Foundation

Verses: 1 Corinthians 3:11
  • The foundation is Jesus Christ.
  • No other foundation is acceptable.

2. Building on the Foundation

2.1 The Quality of Our Work

Verses: 1 Corinthians 3:12
  • Building with gold, silver, and precious stones represents lasting spiritual work.
  • Building with wood, hay, and straw represents temporary, superficial work.

2.2 The Test of Fire

Verses: 1 Corinthians 3:13
  • Our works will be tested by fire.
  • Only what is built on the true foundation with quality materials will endure.

2.3 Rewards and Loss

Verses: 1 Corinthians 3:14-15
  • Those whose work endures will receive a reward.
  • Those whose work is burned will suffer loss, though they themselves may be saved.

3. The Temple of God

3.1 The Temple of the Spirit

Verses: 1 Corinthians 3:16
  • Believers are the temple of the Spirit.
  • The Spirit dwells within us.

3.2 Holiness and Destruction

Verses: 1 Corinthians 3:17
  • Defiling the temple brings destruction.
  • We must live holy lives, honoring the Spirit within us.

4. True Wisdom vs. Worldly Wisdom

4.1 Foolish Wisdom

Verses: 1 Corinthians 3:18-19
  • The wisdom of this world is foolishness to God.
  • True wisdom comes from God.

4.2 The Futility of Human Wisdom

Verses: 1 Corinthians 3:20
  • The Lord knows the thoughts of the wise are futile.
  • We should not rely on our own understanding.

5. Belonging to Christ

5.1 All Things Are Yours

Verses: 1 Corinthians 3:21-22
  • All things are ours through Christ.
  • This includes teachers, the world, life, and death.

5.2 Belonging to Christ

Verses: 1 Corinthians 3:23
  • We belong to Christ, and Christ belongs to God.
  • We are united with Him.