Marten Visser

“I thank God that I speak in tongues more than all of you.” (1 Corinthians 14:18) We humbly thank God for spiritual gifts without overemphasizing

“Then I shall know fully, even as I have been fully known.” (1 Corinthians 13:12) Being known by God gives a foundation to our lives.

“To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.” (1 Corinthians 12:7) Spiritual gifts should not build our ego but our

“You proclaim the Lord’s death.” (1 Corinthians 11:26) Every cross we see reminds us of Jesus’ death to give us life. There is only one

“All were baptized into Moses… in the sea.” (1 Corinthians 10:2) Baptism without obedience makes you wet, but not a Christian. The Israelites had all

“We endure anything rather than put an obstacle in the way of the gospel.” (1 Corinthians 9:12) Good for others more important than good for

“Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up.” (1 Corinthians 8:1) All our qualities only become a blessing to others through love. You have no value

“The husband should not divorce his wife” (1 Corinthians 7:11) Not walking out, but perseverance and love are the answer to marital problems. In His

“I will not be enslaved by anything.” (1 Corinthians 6:12) Many things have the potential to enslave us. Freedom is to be found in God.