Lesson 475: 1 Corinthians 15:33
The Blueprint — The Verse
Do not be deceived: “Bad company corrupts good character.”
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The Context — The History
PaulAlso known as the Apostle Paul or Saul of Tarsus, he is the most influential missionary and writer of the New Testament. Originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians, Paul experienced a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus and became a devoted messenger of the gospel. He traveled widely, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote letters that form a... More defended the resurrection in , a chapter crucial in a culture skeptical of bodily resurrection. Some Corinthians denied resurrection while still claiming Christian faithTrust in God’s character, promises, and guidance — choosing confidence in Him even when circumstances are uncertain. More.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
PaulAlso known as the Apostle Paul or Saul of Tarsus, he is the most influential missionary and writer of the New Testament. Originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians, Paul experienced a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus and became a devoted messenger of the gospel. He traveled widely, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote letters that form a... More rehearsed eyewitness testimony to Christ's resurrection and explained its necessity for faithTrust in God’s character, promises, and guidance — choosing confidence in Him even when circumstances are uncertain. More and hope. He warned against being misled by bad company, quoting a proverb about corruption of character through close associations.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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If I fought with animals at EphesusA major port city of Roman Asia Minor, known for its wealth, political influence, and religious prominence. Ephesus was home to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, which operated not only as a religious sanctuary but as the central bank of Asia Minor, holding royal deposits, issuing loans, and driving a massive tourism... More for human purposes, what does it profit me? If the dead are not raised, then “let us eat and drink, for tomorrow we die.”
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Wake up righteously, and don’t sin, for some have no knowledge of God. I say this to your shame.
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Discussion
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How do friendships shape your character over time?
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What does 'bad company' look like for believers seeking holiness?
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How can you pursue good influences without arrogance?
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