1 Corinthians 11:2-16:24
11:2-16: Correction in Worship
Ø Remember that the book of Corinthians was written by Paul to correct errors in the church at Corinth.
Ø According to Paul there is a hierarchy in the family of God. Why?
Ø Is this hierarchy in any way denigrating to women?
Ø What was Paul's response to those who disagreed with him about this teaching?
Ø Application for us?
11:17-34: Communion
Ø Was Paul happy with the way the Corinthians were celebrating the Lord's Supper? Why or why not?
Ø What is the reason for celebrating communion?
Ø What does it mean to take communion in an "unworthy" manner?
Ø What are the results of taking communion in an "unworthy" manner?
Ø Does that still apply for us today?
12:1-31: Spiritual Gifts
Ø Why did God give gifts to men?
Ø Are all the gifts Paul lists still given to men today? Why or why not?
Ø Does everyone have all the gifts?
Ø Why do some have particular gifts and others do not?
Ø How does the physical body resemble the giving and use of spiritual gifts?
Ø Do you know your spiritual gift? Are you happy with it? Are you using it?
13:1-13: Love
Ø The context of this passage teaches that the Corinthians were more concerned about their personal spiritual gift than they were about loving others. How about you?
Ø Do spiritual gifts accomplish anything without love?
Ø How is love defined in this passage?
Ø What was the greatest demonstration of love ever given?
14:1-25: Special Gifts
Ø What does Paul mean when he speaks of the gift of prophecy in this context?
Ø Why is it more profitable that some of the other gifts?
Ø Why, in verse 20, does Paul refer to the Corinthians as "children"?
Ø Application for us today?
14:26-40: More Correction in Worship
Ø The Corinthians were coming to worship services to impress others, not to worship God. What does Paul say about this?
Ø What should the bottom line be when it comes to worship services (vs. 40)?
Ø Application for us?
15:1-58: Resurrection
Ø Why did Paul have to remind the Corinthians of the Gospel?
Ø How did Paul define the Gospel in this passage?
Ø Did all the Corinthians believe in resurrection from the dead?
Ø How did Paul respond to this incorrect view of the resurrection?
Ø What does Paul mean when he refers to being "baptized for the dead"?
Ø What does Paul tell us about our resurrection bodies and how they will differ from our earthly bodies?
16:1-24: Final Thoughts
Ø What did Paul teach about giving?
Ø Note Paul's instructions in verse 13. Here he synthesizes the teachings of this letter. How can we apply this to our daily walk with Christ?
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