Temple of God – 1 Corinthians 3:11-17

“In Matthew 12:42, Jesus declares, ‘The queen of the south will rise at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for she came from the ends of the earth to listen to Solomon’s wisdom, and now something greater than Solomon is here.’ This profound statement not only underscores the extraordinary wisdom of Jesus but also serves as a challenge to His contemporaries. While the queen traveled great distances to seek out Solomon’s renowned understanding, Jesus, the embodiment of divine wisdom, stood among them, calling them to recognize the greater truth that He represented.”

Jesus teaches the importance of being spiritually prepared for His second coming. He compares it to the days of Noah and Lot, when people were caught off guard by sudden judgment because they were absorbed in their daily lives.

Ephesians 4:21-32 calls believers to live transformed lives in Christ. It urges them to put off their old, sinful nature and embrace a new life of righteousness and holiness. Key themes include speaking truthfully, controlling anger, working honestly, and using words to uplift others.

The prophet Haggai’s preaching, found in the book of Haggai, emphasizes obedience and prioritizing God’s work. After the Babylonian exile, the Israelites returned to Jerusalem and began rebuilding the temple, but opposition and personal concerns led them to abandon the project. Haggai, sent by God, challenged the people to “consider your ways” (Haggai 1:5, KJV), urging them to resume the temple construction instead of focusing solely on their own houses and comfort.

In the time of Elisha the prophet, a widow in desperate need approached him, having been left with debts and facing the threat of losing her sons to creditors. With only a small jar of oil remaining, Elisha instructed her to borrow as many empty vessels as she could from her neighbors, then pour the oil into them.

This story teaches us that faith and obedience to God’s guidance can lead to miraculous provision, demonstrating that God can use even the smallest resources to meet our needs abundantly. It also shows that God cares about our practical concerns and is able to provide in ways that surpass our expectations.