1 Corinthians 3
đź“– Background
Paul addresses the Corinthians as spiritual infants due to their divisions and jealousy. He reminds them that their growth depends on Christ as the foundation, and warns against building on any other foundation. The chapter highlights the role of church leaders as God’s servants and warns about the quality of each person’s work being tested by fire. Paul encourages the believers to see themselves as God’s temple, emphasizing the holiness and unity of the community.
🧠Major Themes
Spiritual immaturity and division (verses 1–4)
Christ as the only foundation (verses 5–11)
The role of church leaders as God’s servants (verses 12–15)
The church as God’s temple and the Spirit dwelling within (verses 16–17)
Warning against causing others to stumble (verses 18–23)
🔎 Reference Scriptures to Consider
Ephesians 2:19–22 – Believers as God’s household and temple
Matthew 7:24–27 – Building on a solid foundation
1 Peter 2:5 – Living stones in God’s spiritual house
2 Corinthians 5:10 – Judgment of believers’ works
John 14:23 – Christ and the Father making a home in believers
âť“Reflection Questions
In what areas might you be exhibiting spiritual immaturity or division?
How can you build your life firmly on Christ as your foundation?
What kind of “work” are you building in your spiritual life?
How does understanding that you are God’s temple affect your daily decisions?