On Divisions in the Church - 1 Corinthians 3:1-23
Understand It
- What made Paul and Apollos equal under God? (3:9)
- What is like either gold, silver, costly stones, wood, hay, or straw? How? (3:12-14)
- What happens to the person who builds in others’ lives? (3:13-15)
Apply It
- What is one way you can point another person to Christ this week?
Apostles of Christ - 1 Corinthians 4:1-21
Understand It
- How did Paul want the Corinthians to regard Christian leaders? (4:1)
- What attitudes should Christian leaders have? (4:2-4)
- Why did Paul warn the Corinthians about pride? (4:7-13)
Apply It
- What is one way you could imitate the example or wisdom of a more mature Christian you know?
Expel the Immoral Brother! - 1 Corinthians 5:1-13
Understand It
- Why did the Corinthians tolerate immorality in their church? (5:2)
- Why was it necessary for the Corinthian church to expel a man from their congregation? (5:5-6)
- Why is it unnecessary for Christians to judge non-Christians? (5:12-13)
Apply It
- What habits can you cultivate to prevent yourself from becoming callous to the sins of other people?
