The Source of Divisions
1 Corinthians 3 & 4
Part of Blueprints—God's Design for the Church
September 17, 2023

“We are much more what the culture tells us we are than what we think we are.” — Tim Keller

physioõ (Greek) – overinflated, swollen, distended beyond proper size.

Where do divisions come from?
1. Acting

and not like. (1 Corinthians 3:3-4)
2. Self- . (1 Corinthians 3:18)
3. Being driven by our , , , and egos. (1 Corinthians 4:6)

What can I do to address my tendency toward divisions?
1. Ask that my

be filled with the ; not seeking to have it with the praise and affections of others. (1 Corinthians 4:3-4)
2. Follow the of the of Christ. (Isaiah 53:7; Philippians 2:5)