Maryville Church of Christ

Sermon Series: Worship Wars (Studies in 1 Corinthians 11-14)
Sermon:  (Part 3) Participation Not Performance
Summary: In his first letter to the Corinthian church, Paul addresses several questions and concerns with this congregation.  Some of the problems related to worship including gender roles, the Lord's Supper, spiritual gifts, and orderliness in worship.  As the church today faces "worship wars," there are foundational principles found in these four chapters that can help us navigate contemporary questions about worship.  In part 3, we explore Paul's discussion of the importance of every gift in the church being utilized for the common good (1 Cor. 12).  Rather than elevating the performance of certain gifts, we must encourage everyone to participate in worship.   
Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:12-26