Marriage & Freedom: 1 Corinthians 7

Title: Marriage & FreedomSpeaker: Rev. Jason Van BemmelSeries: Unpacking CorinthiansDate: June 29, 2026Bible: 1 Corinthians 7Today, we tackle 1 Corinthians 7, a chapter packed with practical, often thorny, wisdom regarding marriage, singleness, and human freedom. In this episode, we explore:• The Corinthian Context: Why Paul's practical advice must be read with an understanding of Corinth's extreme sexual immorality (including temple prostitution) and the looming threat of intense Christian persecution. • No Compromise: How Christians must balance practical wisdom in a hostile culture without ever editing or compromising God's clear, lifelong standards for marriage and sexuality. • Contentment in Your Calling: Paul's advice on navigating singleness, marriage to an unbelieving spouse, and why serving the Lord with undivided devotion is a beautiful calling. • A Biblical View on Freedom: A powerful look at verses 20-23, proving that the Bible is not "pro-slavery" and that the image of God is fundamentally incompatible with the enslavement of men. Thank you for joining us! For a deeper dive into this chapter, check out Pastor Jason's full sermon series on 1 Corinthians available on this channel and SermonAudio. Have a blessed day in the Lord!