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Diversity Breeds Identity Division
- Corinth's diversity made unity extraordinarily difficult because people defined themselves by distinct identities instead of shared faith.
- Marty Solomon argues this cultural fragmentation explains many of the church's divisions and moral compromises.
Factions Undermine The Gospel
- Factional loyalty to leaders (Paul, Apollos, Cephas, Christ) revealed misplaced identity and threatened church unity.
- Paul insists such loyalties undermine the gospel because Christ is not divided.
Settle Disputes Inside The Church
- Avoid taking internal disputes before unbelievers; settle matters within the church to preserve witness and community.
- Paul shames them for suing each other and urges humility, even if wronged.