Author: corinthbc

By Joey Carroll “Apostle” is a word that is used almost exclusively in the New Testament; therefore, the New Testament is where we should learn about this unique title in church history. In Hebrews 3, our Lord Jesus is referred to as The Apostle. Since our Lord was sent by God (when the eternal Son … Continue reading Understanding Apostles →

By Sarah Wootten The abundance of God’s gracious gifts is completely incomprehensible to us. How can we properly express thanksgiving to the One who freely gives us all things (Romans 8:32)? The psalmists often express praise to God for the good gifts He has given to mankind. God sends rain which waters the ground and … Continue reading The Mindset of a Recipient →

By Sarah Wootten One of the things I miss about living in a bigger city is the abundance of ice cream shops. On slow summer nights, it’s so nice to sit with a group of friends while eating ice cream and watching the sun go down. An ice cream shop does show us something about … Continue reading Motivations Will Be Revealed →

By Sarah Wootten What is the measure of success for the minister of the Word? It’s a difficult question for us to answer because we are influenced by the world around us and by prideful desires within us. Some people act like a minister’s success is measured numerically, whether it’s by finances, years in ministry, … Continue reading Servants and Stewards →

By Joey Carroll Deception began very early in the history of all things. It was in the garden that the serpent deceived or lied to Eve, and she ate. But we know Eve was not innocent in the matter. She certainly had the time to consider the issue at hand. She had time to recall … Continue reading Let No Man Deceive Himself →

By Joey Carroll The people among whom God dwells. Last week, I tried to help us understand that this is Paul’s way of defining the Church in essence. Church is not somewhere we go nor something we do on Sunday morning. The Church, local and universal, are those who have been purchased out from among … Continue reading The Temple of God, Part 2 →

By Joey Carroll The most enjoyable season of life for my wife and I was those years we had our children at home. Older folks would often tell me to enjoy it because it goes by so quickly. Boy, that was an understatement. It certainly seems like it went by in a flash. I miss … Continue reading The Temple of God, Part 1 →

By Joey Carroll I trust every minister in the Christian Church understands the importance of his role as a shepherd of the Lord’s people. I know of no higher, more important position on earth.  The reason for that importance is only because of the greatness of three things: the God who owns the Church, the … Continue reading The Judgment of the Minister →

By Sarah Wootten Do you remember the story in Acts 16 where Paul, Silas, and Timothy were trying to go to Asia to preach the gospel? Despite their multiple attempts, the Holy Spirit would not allow it. They continued ministering in regions close to Asia (my guess would be waiting for an opportunity to go) … Continue reading God-Given Ministry →

By Sarah Wootten “What then is Apollos? What is Paul? Servants through whom you believed, as the Lord assigned to each. I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth,” (1 Corinthians 3:5-6, ESV). Over twenty weeks have passed since we started this journey through First Corinthians. After a wonderful introduction where Paul reminded the … Continue reading The Role of the Minister →