Written approximately a year apart, 1-2 Corinthians chronicle a more challenging of Paul’s relationships with the churches. Though Paul was successful in establishing a church at Corinth, he at times struggled with how to reach the culture of Corinth. 1 and 2 Corinthians form a compelling portrait of a first-century church and what it was like navigating theological confusion, ethical challenges, and the tension that inherently comes with leadership. Paul’s responses are both theologically rich and pastorally sensitive, offering timeless guidance on church unity, spiritual maturity, and the nature of Christian leadership. These letters remain foundational texts for understanding early Christianity and the lived reality of the gospel in community.