Today we read 1 Corinthians 9. As founder of the Corinthian Church, and as an apostle, Paul is perceived to have more “rights” than anyone else. Yet he consistently sets an example for the Corinthians, encouraging them to put off their own rights in order to serve one another. This is taught and modeled by Jesus Himself (Mark 10:45). His death and resurrection transform our lives so that we do not seek our own good but the good of others. • Praise God, who Himself became human like us in order to save us! Strengthen us, O Lord, to serve others in all things, so that all people might come to know the power of Your death and resurrection. Amen.
Various Authors. The Lutheran Study Bible (p. 9931). (Function). Kindle Edition.