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First Corinthians: The Apostle Paul

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First Corinthians is the second book from the letters of Paul. The author of First Corinthians is the Apostle Paul. The theme of the bok of First Corinthians is living a life of righteousness. This book was written to the church of Church of Corinth. Paul had received word that there was problems in the church concerning the gifts, power, and workings of the Holy Spirit. There was also division and carnality among the believers. Paul addresses these issues by teaching the corinthian believer about unity in Christ and how to operate in the gifts that were in the church. Paul also adresses the issue of the Lords Supper and how it should be handled he remains the believer that they must examine themselves to make sure they are worthy to partake
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