Nathan Fisher - May 11, 2025
Gospel Life: Unity
'In part two of our Gospel Life Series, Nathan takes us through 1 Corinthians 1:10–17, where the Apostle Paul addresses a divided church and points us back to the one thing that truly unites us: the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Why do personality-driven factions creep into the church? How can we stay centered on the cross rather than human leaders or preferences? Join us as we explore Paul's passionate appeal for unity, the dangers of misplaced loyalty, and the powerful reminder that Christ alone was crucified for us. This message challenges us to pursue a unity that reflects the heart of the Gospel—humble, Christ-centered, and cross-shaped.'
From Series: "Gospel Life"
The gospel isn’t just what we believe—it’s what shapes how we live. 1 Corinthians calls us to let Jesus transform every part of our lives, both as a church and as individuals. 1 Corinthians is a letter for messy people in a messy world—it's an honest picture of what happens when imperfect people try to follow Jesus. It is the real gospel being worked out among real people in real life. The church in Corinth believed the gospel, but they hadn’t yet let it shape every part of their lives. They had division in the church, confusion about sexuality and relationships, misuse of spiritual gifts, arrogance, and apathy toward sin. This is a letter as relevant to us in 2025 in Stellenbosch, South Africa as it was to the church in Corinth. Throughout 1 Corinthians Paul is clear that the gospel isn’t just the entry point to Christianity; it’s the pattern for all of life. Through the cross and resurrection, Jesus redefines what power looks like, what love looks like, what maturity looks like, and what it means to be truly spiritual. As we preach through 1 Corinthians we want the gospel to reshape how the people of One Hope Church live in community, how we understand our bodies, how we worship and so much more. It is an invitation to us as a family of God to apply the grace of the gospel to all areas of our lives.