In his epistles to the Corinthians, Paul uses death and resurrection as a metaphor for God's daily deliverance. If we believe that God will raise us from the dead, then surely we can also believe that He will help us through our smaller afflictions today.
By the Grace of God
Paul gave credit to God for every good thing he had accomplished or become. Benjamin, Alma, and Mormon likewise expressed gratitude for God's grace. We must not deny nor forget the power by which we are supported, delivered, and sanctified
Firstfruits
God commanded ancient Israel to bring their first crops each year to His house. Why were those crops considered holy? Because they represented the Savior, "the firstfruits of them that slept." Jesus overcame death so that all of us can rise from the dead.
“With the Spirit…and With the Understanding Also”
Paul told the Corinthians that it was important to worship with the spirit and with the understanding. Passion is inspiring, but it's insufficient. We also need to clearly explain true principles which people can apply to real decisions.
“Covet Earnestly the Best Gifts”
Paul tells us to appreciate one another's gifts, but he also tells us to "covet" the best gifts. Those gifts represent divine attributes which God wants to help us develop. We seek them by striving to develop them and by accepting the help God offers us.
Songs, Sermons, Lessons, and Prayers
Moroni and Paul both explained that church services ought to include a variety of content provided by a variety of people. As we share what we have to contribute and learn from others, under the guidance of the Spirit, we are all edified.
1 Corinthians 14-16: “God Is Not the Author of Confusion, but of Peace” (September 4-10)
1. Worship requires order. We need to organize ourselves to commune with God. 2. The doctrine of the resurrection is foundational. The sting of death is swallowed up in Christ. 3. Disciples of Jesus have hope. They believe that an "effectual door" exists.
Charity
Charity means recognizing things that are valuable and treating them accordingly. Jesus gave His life for us because He had charity for us: He recognized our value. We must emulate Him in that way to receive the blessings He has prepared for us.
Thinketh No Evil
People who have charity do not think evil of others. They don't dwell on others' faults but rather find joy in recognizing other people's positive attributes and actions.
Discerning of Spirits
The gift of discernment of spirits enables us to identify hidden errors and evil in others and in ourselves. It also helps us to identify the good that may be concealed in others and in ourselves.