1 Corinthians 1: Wisdom and Foolishness
We know of Sosthenes from Acts 18:17 where he was leader of the Synagogue in Corinth, prosecuting the Jewish case against Paul. What circumstances might have caused him to become Paul’s friend?
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Why do you think Sosthenes is mentioned in the writing of this letter?
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Some translations address the letter to those who are “calling upon the name of Jesus Christ.” What do you think Paul meant by that identification?
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In asking God’s favor upon the believers, was Paul expressing a courtesy or a sincere prayer? Why?
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How would you describe the nature of the blessings that Paul was thankful for?
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In what ways does God enrich people’s lives?
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How does our life story reveal the truth about Jesus?
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When did believers expect the Lord to return? How might this anticipation have affected their thoughts and actions?
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In what ways does the Lord stand with people?
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What are the benefits and side effects of a relationship with Jesus Christ?
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When we should be working in harmony, what is the root cause of disharmony?
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Concerning the church in Corinth, why do you think Paul didn’t choose to conceal the name of his information source?
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In what ways might loyalty to different ministers in the Corinthian church be similar to denominational differences in churches today?
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What should be the unifying factor for all Christians?
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Why would people think they needed to identify themselves with who baptized them?
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How might Paul’s actions in baptism have been similar to what Jesus did?
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Why is the Christian message foolishness to others?
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How do wonders and miracles reveal human ignorance?
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What makes worldly wisdom look foolish?
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How is it possible to be wise and not recognize God’s existence?
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In what ways do you think the Jewish perception of truth differed from the Greeks?
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How did Paul’s approach to truth differ from the Jews and the Greeks?
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How would you describe the difference between studying about God and knowing him?
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Of what value is our recognition that God’s knowledge and power is profoundly greater than ours?
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Why might knowing God’s purpose for your life be more important than identifying your talents?
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What is God’s purpose in using our weaknesses instead of our strengths?
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How would you contrast the difference between God’s gifts with the world’s definition of blessing and success?
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What should the basis of our boasting be?
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Of what value is our knowledge and ability?