I Corinthians 10:11 Now these things happened to them as an example, but they were written down for our instruction, on whom the end of the ages has come. 12 Therefore let anyone who thinks that he stands take heed lest he fall. 13 No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.
As Paul dealt with the many issues that this church had, another key enemy was idolatry. It was common to both Jew and Gentile alike. Everywhere you looked in Corinth there were temples to pagan gods, and the Jews themselves had nothing to brag abaout: they had the golden calf and all the idols they fell for in the land of Canaan. Paul had already mentioned that idols really are not "gods"; they are powerless, but for the influence we give them in our lives and relationships. Therefore, they must have no place in our daily routine, and especially no part in the celebration of God's people. Just like the Jews, followers of Christ must never think they are above falling into or back into some sort if idolatry; we need Christ's strength to keep us safe.
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