July 31, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 12:1-6, 8:4-7, Exodus 20:3, Isaiah 44:6, Acts 19:23-26 

In what way were the Corinthians confused about idol worship? How was this impacting the church? 

How did Paul correct their identity crisis? How can this same thing happen today? Give an example. 

How can you fall into this trap? Why will it ultimately lead to a stagnant walk with the Lord?

July 29, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:27-32, Hebrews 12:1-11, Acts 5:1-11 

How did God discipline the Corinthian Christians for recklessly taking communion? Be specific. 

What does this highlight about the risk associated with communion? How have you seen this overlooked? 

How does this challenge your current approach? What is required in order for you to protect yourself?

July 28, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:27-32, 2 Corinthians 7:8-11, 13:5-6, 1 Peter 4:17-18 

In what way were the Corinthian Christians taking communion in an “unworthy manner”? Be specific. 

How can this same thing happen today? What is required in order to prevent this from happening? 

What does this highlight about your responsibility during communion? How will you step into this truth?

July 27, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:26, Isaiah 25:6-9, 65:13-14, Matthew 22:1-14, Revelation 19:9 

Explain how communion has both a historical and a future focus. In what way is it a preview of heaven? 

Why is this important to remember? How can this perspective typically get lost in a communion service? 

What do you typically focus on during communion? How does this expand your thinking? Be specific.

July 26, 2017

Read:  1 Cor. 11:25, Exodus 6:1-9, 24:8, John 3:16-17, Romans 3:23-25, 5:7-11, Heb. 8:13 

What covenant did God make to Abraham and Moses? How was a covenant confirmed? 

How does communion symbolize God’s same approach? In what way is it a new covenant? 

What does it ultimately promise? How does this deepen your understanding about communion?

July 25, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:23-25, Exodus 12:14-27, John 1:29-36, 6:35-40 

In what way did Jesus redefine the Passover meal to personally apply to Himself? Be specific. 

How might the disciples have viewed this new approach? How would you have responded? 

Why is this important to remember when taking communion? How will you apply this truth?

July 24, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Matthew 26:17-30, Mark 14:12-25, John 13-17, Luke 22:1-20 

Explain the two elements used in communion and what they represent. How does this relate to the Gospel? 

Why is communion an important part of the Christian faith? What can happen if this is minimized? 

What has been your experience with this truth? How does it challenge your communion protocol?

July 22, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:17-22, 33-34, Matthew 5:14-16, Philippians 2:14-15

Describe why Christians coming together (i.e. going to church) should be very different than the world.

Compare and contrast PCC to the Corinthian Christians.  What is the same or different?

What are some ways you believe PCC needs to change?  In what way can you be part of that change?

July 21, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:33-34, Jude 3-13, 2 Peter 2:4-13

In what way was Paul warning the Corinthian Christians?  (i.e. “judgment”)  What was the solution?

Why is this important for Christians to remember when attending church?  How can this get overlooked?

Pray and ask God to reveal to you ways you may be discounting His work.  How can you be more careful?

July 20, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:33-34, 13:4-5, Philippians 2:3-4, James 3:14-16, 1 John 4:11

What practical steps did Paul tell the Corinthians to take when coming together?  Why?

How would this have been a challenge for them?  What does this imply about brotherly love in the church?

How does this challenge the way you come to PCC?  What practical steps will you take this Sunday?

July 19, 2017

Read: 1 Corinthians 11:17-22, 12:27, John 3:16-17, 6:44, Ephesians 1:13-14

What work of God is required in order for someone to become a Christian and part of the body of Christ?

What is implied about each person’s value to God?  How can playing favorites insult the work of God?

Why is this important when Christians come together?  How does this challenge your perspective at church?

July 18, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:20-22, Acts 2:41-47

How were the Corinthians reflecting an Acts 2 type of “coming together”?  (i.e. agape feast)

Explain how the event itself took precedent over the people at the event.  Why is this an issue?

How can this happen to you at PCC?  What are some specific ways you can adjust?

July 17, 2017

Read: 1 Corinthians 11:17-22, 1:10-19, James 2:1-26

What was the root cause of the division occurring in the Corinthian church?  How did it manifest?

How was God calling them to be countercultural?  Why would this have been a hard adjustment? 

In what way can this same dynamic occur in churches today?  Give an example.  How can it be avoided?

July 8, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:2-16 

Given the context of Paul’s exhortation, how do you see this applying in today’s Christian churches? 

How does this challenge your personal view of clothing, hairstyles, bathing suits, etc? Give three examples. 

What primary way has this study expanded your view and adjusted your walk with the Lord?

July 7, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:7-16, Romans 16:1-15, Galatians 3:28-29 

How does Paul highlight the equality of men and women in the Corinthian Church? (c.f. 1 Cor 11:4-5) 

How can differing roles get confused with superiority? Why is this important when it comes to church life? 

What has been your experience with this struggle? How has today’s study encouraged you at PCC?

July 6, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:7-16, Genesis 1:26-28, 2:18-24, Deuteronomy 22:5 

What primary point did Paul make regarding men and women? How did he use the creation story to do it? 

In what way does this relate to appearance and a dress code? What are the implications for Christians? 

How do you see this applying in today’s culture? Give an example. How does this adjust your approach?

July 5, 2017

Read: 1 Corinthians 11:2-6, Acts 16:1-5 

How was Paul applying the truth of 1 Corinthians 11 to Timothy in Acts 16? How did Timothy respond? 

What does this imply Christians need to adapt to culture? Why? How can Christians often get stuck? 

List some ways that you can get stuck when it comes to today’s culture. How can you be more flexible?

July 4, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:2-6, 1 Timothy 2:8-10, 1 Peter 3:3-4, Colossians 3:17 

Why did Paul tell the Corinthian men to uncover their heads and Corinthian women to cover their heads? 

How was God being included in the Corinthian dress code? Why was the context critically important? 

How often do you include God in this area of your life? What are some ways you can grow in this area?

July 3, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:2-6, Ephesians 5:22-33, Philippians 2:4-11, John 14:28 

Explain the authority structure that God has set up between Jesus, a husband, and a wife. 

How does Paul relate this to accountability and church life? Why is this important for Christian living? 

In what way does this challenge a “me first” mindset? How has this expanded your perspective?

July 1, 2017

Read:  1 Corinthians 11:1, Matthew 5:14-16, Ephesians 5:1, Philippians 3:17, 1 Thess. 1:6

What is implied when Paul says to imitate his spiritual behavior? Why is this not a prideful comment?

How does this relate to Christian evangelism? Why is this important for every Christian to remember?

How does this make spiritual consistency the key issue? In what way do you need to be more consistent?