GOSPEL RECONSTRUCTION – 2-2-2025 – I Corinthians 7:17-35

The vision for Gospel Reconstruction in Corinth continues with blueprints equipping the church for the Christian life in greater society. We understand from Paul's teaching that Christ bas come to rebuild and reconcile individuals and institutions in his image and Christians are called to faithfully, patiently endeavor to do the same. Paul's letters imply an important distinction between Christian missionary work including Christian growth in a community and secular revolutions. Civil Authorities are to be recognized, honored, and called to repentance. Slaves are not to immediately revolt against their owners. Christian spouses are not supposed to throw their unbelieving wives or husbands out as soon as they come to Christ. Rather these circumstances are to be viewed as God's strategic providence magnifying our salt and light opportunities (Mat 5: 13-16)