What’s the Point?

 What’s the Point?
(I Corinthians 15:12-58)
Rev. Brian Lee

 I. A Partnership (vv. 3-6)
Partners in the Gospel (v. 5)
Results in Gratitude & Joy (vv. 3-4)
Confidence of completion in God (v. 6)

 II. Established through Relationships  (vv. 6-8)
He who began work in you (v. 6)
I have you in my heart: Heart of a Shepherd (v. 7)
Basis: affection of Jesus Christ (v. 8)

 III. An Encouragement for All for Growth (vv. 9-11)
In Love upon Knowledge and Insight (v. 9)
To be Pure and Blameless (v. 10)
Result: Life filled with the Fruit of Righteousness (v. 11)

 IV. Application
We are all partners in sharing the gospel, take a moment to thank God for each partner that God has blessed you with in your life. (ex. I thank God for this person because…)
The phrase “more and more” implies growth that ultimately results in bearing fruit. Share some practical ways to encourage one another to keep growing in the Lord.
He who began the good work in you will bring it to a completion. Put your hope of confidence in God and trust in His promise.