1 Corinthians 11:21
For as you eat, each of you goes ahead without sharing his meal. While one remains hungry, another gets drunk.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 11:21?

2. How does 1 Corinthians 11:21 address selfishness during the Lord's Supper?

3. What lessons on unity can we learn from 1 Corinthians 11:21?

4. How does 1 Corinthians 11:21 connect with Jesus' teachings on love and service?

5. How can we ensure our church gatherings reflect the spirit of 1 Corinthians 11:21?

6. What practical steps can prevent division during communion, as warned in 1 Corinthians 11:21?

7. What does 1 Corinthians 11:21 reveal about early Christian practices during the Lord's Supper?

8. How does 1 Corinthians 11:21 address issues of inequality within the church community?

9. Why were some Corinthians getting drunk during the Lord's Supper, as mentioned in 1 Corinthians 11:21?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 11?

11. When should Christians abstain from taking communion?

12. Why did Jesus curse the fig tree?

13. What is taking communion unworthily?

14. How does 1 Corinthians 11:27-30's warning of 'eating and drinking judgment' align with Christian grace, and why are there no historical cases of such divine punishment?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the behavior described in 1 Corinthians 11:21 reflect a misunderstanding of the purpose of the Lord's Supper?

2. In what ways can we ensure that our church gatherings promote unity and inclusivity, as seen in Acts 2:42-47?

3. How can we apply the principle of self-examination in our daily lives, especially in our interactions with fellow believers?

4. What steps can we take to approach the Lord's Supper with the reverence and sobriety it deserves?

5. How can the teachings in James 2:1-9 about favoritism inform our approach to community and fellowship within the church?1. How does Paul's discussion on headship apply to the modern-day church?

2. What do you understand by the concept of following traditions in the church?

3. How do we ensure our conduct during worship is appropriate and respectful?

4. What does the practice of the Lord's Supper mean to you?

5. How should we approach the Lord's Supper in light of Paul's warnings?

6. How can we cultivate unity and mutual respect during communal gatherings?

7. What are some of the ways we can examine ourselves before partaking in the Lord's Supper?

8. How does Paul's discussion on the distinctions between men and women in worship relate to your cultural or societal context?

9. In what ways can the church address issues of division and selfishness during communal gatherings?

10. How can we, as individuals and as a church community, ensure we are following Christ's example?

11. What do the concepts of headship and authority mean in your personal life?

12. How can we balance tradition with progress in the church?

13. How can Paul's discussion on propriety in worship inform our church's policies and practices?

14. How can we apply Paul's teachings on the Lord's Supper in our Christian walk?

15. What lessons can we learn from Paul's rebuke of the Corinthians' behavior during the Lord's Supper?

16. How should the concept of headship influence our relationships within the Christian community?

17. In what ways can the Lord's Supper foster unity in a diverse church community?

18. What steps can we take to ensure we are observing the Lord's Supper in a worthy manner?

19. How can Paul's admonitions in this chapter be applied to other aspects of Christian life and conduct?

20. What does self-examination look like in a practical sense before partaking in the Lord's Supper?

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