Lesson 475: 1 Corinthians 15:33
1 Corinthians 15:33
The Blueprint — The Verse
Do not be misled: “Bad company corrupts good character.”
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The Context — The History
Paul defended the resurrection in 1 Corinthians 15, a chapter crucial in a culture skeptical of bodily resurrection. Some Corinthians denied resurrection while still claiming Christian faith.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Paul rehearsed eyewitness testimony to Christ's resurrection and explained its necessity for faith 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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1 Corinthians 15:32
32If I fought wild beasts in Ephesus with no more than human hopes, what have I gained? If the dead are not raised,“Let us eat and drink,for tomorrow we die.”
Read the verse immediately before this lesson (1 Corinthians 15:32) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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1 Corinthians 15:34
34Come back to your senses as you ought, and stop sinning; for there are some who are ignorant of God—I say this to your shame.
Read the verse immediately after this lesson (1 Corinthians 15:34) to continue the passage.
Discussion
- How do friendships shape your character over time?
- What does 'bad company' look like for believers seeking holiness?
- How can you pursue good influences without arrogance?