1 Corinthians: A Church Gone Wild - Overview and History

Podcast from Nfluence Church | Granger, Indiana
Featuring: Pastor Lucas Miles

🔥 Episode Summary:

In this powerful kickoff to our summer series in 1 Corinthians, Pastor Lucas Miles unpacks the deep cultural and spiritual challenges faced by the Corinthian church—and why they mirror many of the issues we still face today.

00:34 Historical Background of Corinth

01:15 Geographical Significance of Corinth

02:08 Cultural and Social Dynamics of Corinth

07:59 Religious Landscape and Pagan Practices

15:53 Paul's Arrival and Ministry in Corinth

20:47 Challenges and Encouragement in Paul's Mission

21:37 Paul's Ministry in Corinth

21:51 Paul Faces Opposition

23:08 The Conversion of Sosthenes

25:23 Paul's Departure and Travels

27:18 Introduction of Apollos

30:35 Paul's Letter to the Corinthians

33:39 Addressing Divisions in the Church

35:22 Unity in Christ

38:30 Conclusion and Prayer

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

• Why Paul’s letter to the Corinthians was so necessary
  The surprising origin of the phrase “Corinthian woman”
• How Corinth compares to modern cities today
• What made Corinth a hotbed of immorality, influence, and idolatry
  Why Paul’s message still resonates with believers navigating cultural chaos

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