
Introduction to the Gospel of Matthew
Overview and introduction to the Gospel of Matthew
Overview and introduction to the Gospel of Matthew
1 Corinthians 14 emphasizes the importance of order in church worship, especially in using spiritual gifts like prophecy and speaking in tongues. Paul teaches that prophecy, which edifies and instructs, is more beneficial to the church than speaking in tongues without interpretation. He stresses that worship should be conducted in an orderly and understandable way to build up the congregation and encourage unity.
Paul continues about foods sacrificed to idols with a commandment to (the strong) just simply avoid idolatry in any form for the sake of others – not to be a stumbling block.
I have heard many people say that the God of the Old Testament was harsh, cruel and mean, implying that they did not like “that” God; but the God of the New Testament is loving, kind, patient and gracious – not like the God of the Old at all! But is this description of God correct? Did God change in the New Testament?? Let’s talk about that! | Genesis 6:3, 15:13-16; 2 Peter 3:9