Seminar at Sea — Paul in Corinth & the Letters That Changed the World
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"And I, when I came to you, brothers, did not come proclaiming to you the testimony of God with lofty speech or wisdom. For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified." — 1 Corinthians 2:1–2
Yesterday we stood on Mars Hill and walked the streets of Corinth. Today, as we sail toward Malta, Pastor Chris Young leads us in a Seminar at Sea that brings those sacred places back to life through the lens of Scripture and history.
Today's Seminar Focus
Building on our time in Athens and Corinth, and looking ahead to Malta and Rome, Pastor Chris will guide us through a rich, devotional exploration of Paul's life and letters — unpacking the stories behind the stones we walked among, and the timeless truths that flow from them.
Topics We'll Explore
- Paul in Athens — What was it like to stand in one of the world's great centers of philosophy and proclaim a crucified and risen Savior? Unpacking Acts 17 and the Areopagus speech
- The Church at Corinth — A deep dive into the community Paul founded, the challenges they faced, and the extraordinary letters (1 & 2 Corinthians) he wrote to guide them
- The Bema Seat — Exploring both the historical significance of the judgment seat at Corinth and its rich theological resonance in Paul's letters
- Preview: Malta & Rome — Setting the scene for our final two stops — the island where Paul was shipwrecked, and the city where he gave his life
Come Prepared
- Bring your Bible — key passages from Acts 17–28 and 1 & 2 Corinthians will anchor our time together
- Bring your journal — you will want to capture insights and personal reflections
- Come with questions — Pastor Chris welcomes an open, thoughtful conversation
Every port we've visited comes more alive the deeper we go into the Word. Today's seminar is the bridge between where we've been and where we're going.