So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.

1 Corinthians 10:23-33 and 11:1

So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. 1 Corinthians 10:31

I continue my study of 1 Corinthians, moving on to a unassisted review of 1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1.  Here Paul provides commands to do everything for the glory God and so that others may be saved. A review of the text:

• vv23-24: while believers continue to follow the moral law of the first covenant with God from the Old Testament, ceremonial law no longer needs to be followed; one example of this is circumcision.  Paul also seeks to warn believers about practices, while lawful, may not be helpful to others or the church.  Paul makes this clear in v24.
  
• vv25-30: there are no restrictions about meat that is purchased in the marketplace, as v26 states that all from the earth is from God with the implication that we are to eat anything in the garden (Genesis 2:15-17) or from God; however, if offered something that will not be helpful in our efforts to save others we should avoid such acts/practices.
• vv31-33: do everything for the glory of God; be careful to avoid anything that might hinder others as we seek to share the gospel with them
• 11:1: follow Paul's example as he seeks to follow Christ
  

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My Prayer: Lord Jesus, You are an awesome God who loves me and who is full of grace and compassion for me.  Thank You Jesus!  I am not deserving of such grace and compassion.  My sin is great and it continues...daily.  Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome and turn from my sin towards You.  Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind and love others as You love me.  Help me grow in my faith.  Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength.  Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo.  Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior.  Please provide Godly friends and spouses to Zach and Dustin.  Help me serve You, my family, my church, and others.  Help me understand be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.