The Rhetorical Taunt

Trinity Church of Portland - Sermons

Welcome to our current podcast series, "Christian Living In The Current of Culture," where we study the timeless and relevant truths of 1 Corinthians. Each week, we explore how the Apostle Paul's words guide us in navigating the complexities of living for Christ in today's world.

This week, our message is from 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 and is titled “The Rhetorical Taunt” and was preached by Thomas Terry.

In our text this morning we see Paul declare the mystery of the end of death when Christ returns and both the dead and the living are instantly given their resurrection bodies. When this happens death is defeated and can no longer hurt God's people.

Paul closes by telling us that our response to this hope should be to remain steadfast, immovable, and abounding in the work of the Lord. That is to serve one another in the church by meeting each other's needs and remembering the gospel. Our motivation to serve is to always to be driven by the gospel and what Jesus has done for us.