1 Corinthians 6:12-14 - Honoring God with Our Bodies - Feb 4, 2025

Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 6:12-14 (KJV)

"All things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any. Meats for the belly, and the belly for meats: but God shall destroy both it and them. Now the body is not for fornication, but for the Lord; and the Lord for the body. And God hath both raised up the Lord, and will also raise up us by his own power."

Devotional Thought

Paul teaches that our bodies are not our own but are meant to honor God. This passage challenges us to consider how we use our bodies and to live in a way that reflects our belonging to the Lord.

Supporting Points

1. Not all permissible things are beneficial.
   Paul encourages believers to exercise self-control and avoid being enslaved by anything.

"Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage."
(Galatians 5:1, KJV)

2. Our bodies belong to the Lord.
   Paul reminds us that our bodies are meant for God’s purposes, not for sin.

"I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service."
(Romans 12:1, KJV)

3. We are destined for resurrection.
   Just as God raised Christ, He will raise us, affirming the eternal significance of our bodies.

"Who shall change our vile body, that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body."
(Philippians 3:21, KJV)

Reflection Questions

• Are there areas in your life where you are allowing temporary desires to control you?

• How can you honor God with your body in your daily actions and choices?

• How does the promise of resurrection motivate you to live for God?

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for creating me with a purpose. Help me to honor You with my body and to live with self-control, reflecting Your holiness. Teach me to look forward to the resurrection and to glorify You in all that I do. In Jesus’ name, Amen.