Part 35 – Love, Labor and Loyalty Finishing Well 1 Corinthians 16 5–24

Part 35 – Love, Labor, and Loyalty: Finishing Well 1 Corinthians 16:5–24

As we close our journey through 1 Corinthians, today’s message centers on Paul’s heartfelt final instructions and the personal tone of his apostolic leadership. We explore themes of relational ministry, kingdom partnerships, and faith-filled perseverance. Paul models flexibility in planning, deep love for the body, and unwavering loyalty to Yeshua.

Highlights include:

Paul’s travel plans shaped by the Spirit and the biblical calendar (vv. 5–9)

Honoring fellow workers like Timothy and Apollos (vv. 10–12)

A powerful exhortation to stand firm, be strong, and do everything in love (vv. 13–14)

Recognition of faithful service (vv. 15–18)

Emphasis on unity across regions (vv. 19–21)

Sobering final words: “Maranatha!” and “Let love for Yeshua be sincere” (vv. 22–24)

Key Takeaways:

True leadership flows from love and humility.

Partnership in the Gospel requires mutual honor and trust.

God’s Kingdom is built through faith, not fame.

A disciple’s life is marked by watchfulness, courage, love, and a longing for Messiah’s return.

Let your love be real.

Let your faith be strong.

Let your labor be fruitful.

Let your hope be in His coming.

“The grace of the Lord Yeshua be with you. My love to all of you in Messiah Yeshua.

Amen.”