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Christ, Not the Messenger // 1 Cor. 1:10-17

Christ, Not the Messenger // 1 Cor. 1:10-17

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What happens when the messenger overshadows the message? Preaching from Paul's letter to the Corinthians, Pastor Evan delivers a powerful message about the danger of division in the church. Through the lens of 1 Corinthians 1:10-17, he reveals how the early church struggled with the same challenges we face today - forming factions around charismatic leaders rather than uniting under Christ. Using the vivid metaphor of a stained glass window, he illustrates how different pieces of the church body, though diverse, create a beautiful whole when unified in Christ's light. Pastor Evan emphasizes three crucial truths: unity is found in Christ's name alone, we must resist elevating messengers above the message, and our only boast should be in the cross. Like simple clay jars containing priceless treasure, the power lies not in the vessel but in the gospel message within. The urgent call is clear - in a world fractured by politics, preferences, and personalities, the church must stand united in Christ, showing grace across denominational lines while holding firm to essential doctrines.

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