1. What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 1:28?

2. How does 1 Corinthians 1:28 challenge our view of worldly status?

3. What does "lowly and despised" reveal about God's selection criteria?

4. How can we apply 1 Corinthians 1:28 in our daily interactions?

5. Which other scriptures emphasize God choosing the humble over the mighty?

6. How does this verse encourage us to value humility in our communities?

7. How does 1 Corinthians 1:28 challenge societal views on power and status?

8. Why does God choose the lowly and despised according to 1 Corinthians 1:28?

9. What historical context influenced Paul's message in 1 Corinthians 1:28?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 1?

11. What does 'foolish things confound the wise' mean?

12. What does "foolish things confound the wise" mean?

13. (1 Corinthians 1:27-29) How does divine favoritism toward the 'weak' and 'foolish' align with centuries of church power and widespread influence?

14. In 1 Corinthians 11:3-10, how can the requirement for women to cover their heads be reconciled with the claim that there is 'no male and female' in Galatians 3:28?1. How does understanding God's choice of the lowly and despised challenge your personal view of success and significance?

2. In what ways can you identify with the "lowly and despised" in your own life or community, and how does this verse offer encouragement?

3. How can the example of Christ's humility in Philippians 2:5-8 inspire you to live differently in a world that values power and status?

4. Reflect on a time when you felt overlooked or undervalued. How might God's perspective in 1 Corinthians 1:28 change your view of that experience?

5. How can you actively challenge worldly values in your daily life and embrace the values of God's kingdom as described in this passage?1. What does it mean to be sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be holy? How does this apply to your life?

2. How does Paul's appeal for unity in the church relate to contemporary issues of division within churches today?

3. Reflect on the concept of God's wisdom versus human wisdom. Can you provide examples from your life where you experienced this contrast?

4. How does the power of the Cross manifest in the lives of believers today?

5. Paul speaks of Christ as wisdom from God, our righteousness, sanctification, and redemption. How do you understand these roles of Christ in your personal spiritual journey?

6. How does the idea that God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise affect your understanding of God's Kingdom?

7. How can we apply the principle of focusing on Christ's message rather than the messengers in our interactions within our church communities?

8. How does the affirmation that God will keep us blameless to the end encourage you in your faith journey?

9. How does 1 Corinthians 1 challenge the worldly definitions of wisdom and strength?

10. Reflect on the implications of the divisions in the Corinthian church for today's denominational differences.

11. How does understanding Christ as our wisdom from God change your approach to decision-making in your life?

12. What does it mean to you personally that God chose the weak and the lowly things of the world to shame the wise and the strong?

13. How can we promote unity in our local churches and the global body of Christ?

14. How does Paul's attitude towards his role as a preacher of the Gospel (not sent to baptize, but to preach the gospel) inform the priorities in your personal ministry?

15. How should the understanding of Jesus sustaining us to the end affect our view of personal trials and challenges?

16. Why does Paul put emphasis on the Cross as the power of God, and how does that shape our understanding of the Christian faith?

17. In what ways have you experienced God's grace enriching you in all your speech and knowledge?

18. How should the fact that God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise inform our approach to evangelism?

19. How does the realization that our boasting should be in the Lord affect the way we view our achievements?

20. How can we ensure we are centered on Christ and His message, and not overly focused on church leaders or denominational identity?

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