One of the deepest motivations in the life of the Apostle Paul was his desire not to be disqualified from usefulness to Christ. He understood that unchecked indulgence could undermine his calling, so he disciplined his natural life with intentional severity. Paul did not live as a slave to desire, but as a servant to his divine calling—to faithfully steward the Gospel of Christ.
History, however, is filled with sobering examples of people who were given extraordinary privilege by God, yet ultimately failed to remain useful in His purposes.
As we enter chapter 10, Paul issues a serious warning to the Corinthians by pointing to the people of Israel. Despite being the most privileged nation in history—witnessing God’s power, provision, and presence firsthand—their downfall came from a simple but devastating failure: they loved this world more than the God who called them.
Join us as we study the danger of disqualification and consider what it means to remain faithful, disciplined, and useful in the service of Christ.