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Spiritual warfare: 1 Corinthians 10

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O'Brien, Peter Thomas (1935-). Spiritual Warfare: 1 Corinthians 10. . 1991. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://archives.moore.edu.au/documents/detail/175786.

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O'Brien, P. (1991). Spiritual warfare: 1 Corinthians 10. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://archives.moore.edu.au/documents/detail/175786.

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O'Brien, Peter Thomas (1935-). Spiritual Warfare: 1 Corinthians 10. 1991. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://archives.moore.edu.au/documents/detail/175786.

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  • O'Brien preaches on the topic of spiritual warfare based on 1 Corinthians 10. Paul's ministry and doctrines were under attack from outsiders and from members within the congregation. True ministry is criticised by the successful. Paul mirrored the meekness and gentleness of Christ and was evidently misunderstood by his opponents. Paul's enemies attacked his unassuming personality, life, and the way he acted as leader. The opponents of Paul attached their authority to ecstatic and visionary experiences. Unlike his opponents, Paul recognised the nature of spiritual warfare and rebellion in human hearts. O'Brien challenges listeners if they truly understand the reality of spiritual warfare and the rebellion present within the world as they engage in ministry. Paul is engaged in an uncompromising struggle, recognising the available weapons to use within this spiritual struggle. The weapon which Paul frequently employs is the proclamation of the gospel. The gospel demolishes arrogance and rebellion against the living God, taking captive every thought and making it obedient to Christ. In contrast to the weak weapons of the Corinthians, Paul's weapons radically transformed followers of Jesus. O'Brien challenges listeners if they use the weapons of the Corinthians or those of Paul in their ministries.
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  • In copyright - educational use permitted. This item may be used for the purposes of research and study. Please acknowledge that it is held by Moore Theological College