We’re reading 1 Corinthians chapter 9 today.
- Paul is writing this chapter to defend himself and the other apostles against those who criticize them. Paul makes a case that those who preach the Bible should make their living from preaching the Bible. However, Paul says that he has refused to take any money because of his critics. Instead, he raises his own money so that no one can say he is taking advantage of anyone.
- Even though no one could command Paul (because he didn’t take any pay for preaching) he made himself a servant of everyone “to win as many as possible.” He was a social chameleon but not in a negative way. He didn’t act differently around people to appease them. Rather he didn’t want there to be a reason for them to ignore him when he talked about Jesus.
- The end of this chapter sounds like the description of an Olympic game. Paul uses the analogy of a race to show how we should train ourselves spiritually and live our lives like it’s a marathon to show people God’s love.
What if we saw our life more like a love marathon? Would we extend a helping hand more often to the beggar who is hungry? Would we speak with more compassion when we’re angry? Would we love our spouse or children better? Would you lead more with love and think of others first? That’s how we should live; like we’re running a love marathon! Will you run to win the race?
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