Material Mysteries and Rewards: Unpacking 1 Corinthians 3:12-15 for Today
Jul 22, 2025•7 min•Season 5Ep. 78
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Episode description
What survives when your spiritual life is put to the test? In today’s episode, Steve breaks down Paul’s construction metaphor in 1 Corinthians 3:12-15 to reveal the difference between building with temporary versus eternal materials.
- Unpack “material mysteries” by examining the types of spiritual efforts that last—and those that don’t
- Understand what the coming “fire test” is and how God evaluates our work
- Learn why motivation matters more than outward success when it comes to eternal rewards
- Discover the reality that salvation is secure, but not all believers receive the same rewards
- Get practical steps for conducting your own “spiritual construction audit” and investing in what will stand for eternity
Ready to build a life that matters forever? Watch now and start making investments that last!
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