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In recent years, a lot of noise has been made about the Gnostic versions of the gospel; from the Gospel according to Mary, to those of Peter, Philip, Thomas, and most recently even the gospel according to Judas. These “other” gospels, unearthed (or un-sanded) largely near Nag Hammadi, Egypt (or in the case of the … Continue reading “1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Commentary by Karl Jacobson”

Note:  Part I explores the biblical text and Part II discusses homiletical strategies for the text. Part I The entirety of this chapter is the eloquent center of Paul’s primary argument for the Resurrection. As a result, these first eleven verses should be considered as a prologue to what is laid out in the remainder … Continue reading “1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Commentary by Susan Hedahl”

Today’s Gospel lection again competes for the preacher’s attention with another of the New Testament’s choice epistolary texts.1 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 is the oldest of all testimonies to our Lord’s resurrection by one among many eyewitnesses, the apostle Paul. Here or elsewhere, Paul says nothing of the place and people predominant in the Gospels, namely, … Continue reading “1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Commentary by C. Clifton Black”

I am fascinated by how this chapter is used in Christian circles as a declaration of love and unity. The last verse is practically an anthem of Christian weddings in the western world. It is offered when all is truly well and fellowship is working its greatest work: two lives, two families are uniting. It … Continue reading “1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Commentary by Shively Smith”

Setting the Context Ah, the “Wedding Text.” How many of us have preached on this text in the context of a wedding, and probably most often for weddings at which we would have rather not presided. The irony, of course, is that this text has little to do with the love that is associated with … Continue reading “1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Commentary by Karoline Lewis”

The reading for this Sunday continues to build upon the vision of community developed in the previous two Sundays. Once again it will thus be helpful to read my comments for the Second Sunday of Epiphany with their introduction to the Corinthian themes that underlie the argument here. So you think this is really something? … Continue reading “1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Commentary by James Boyce”

This is perhaps the most widely recognized and quoted passage anywhere in the Pauline letters, which poses both a challenge and an opportunity for preachers. Of course, the text is used often at weddings, because it is (incorrectly) understood as praising the value of romantic, human love. What is often missed, and perhaps actively ignored, … Continue reading “1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Commentary by Brian Peterson”

Literary Context The lectionary text for this second Sunday of Epiphany finishes out this chapter in Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians. It is clear that this section continues many of the arguments stated in the first half of the chapter, and the themes and issues discussed in last week’s commentary are still very present … Continue reading “1 Corinthians 12:12-31a Commentary by Karoline Lewis”

Today’s reading is a rhetorically linked continuation of the reading of last Sunday. Because of this it will be important to begin by revisiting last week’s introductory remarks regarding overall key themes of this Corinthian letter. They provide an essential background perspective for the particular arguments being made here. Sealing the Argument The initial two … Continue reading “1 Corinthians 12:12-31a Commentary by James Boyce”

We often confuse unity with uniformity, because it is much easier to gather with people who are like ourselves than it is to reach across the divisions which mark our culture. Thus, few of our churches reflect the ethnic, social, and economic diversity of the neighborhoods around them. Our congregations are often very homogenous, and … Continue reading “1 Corinthians 12:12-31a Commentary by Brian Peterson”