1 Corinthians 3:6
I planted the seed and Apollos watered it, but God made it grow.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 3:6?

2. How does 1 Corinthians 3:6 illustrate God's role in spiritual growth today?

3. What does "God made it grow" teach about reliance on divine power?

4. How can we apply "I planted, Apollos watered" in our ministry efforts?

5. Connect 1 Corinthians 3:6 with John 15:5 about abiding in Christ.

6. How should 1 Corinthians 3:6 influence our perspective on church leadership roles?

7. What does 1 Corinthians 3:6 reveal about God's role in spiritual growth?

8. How does 1 Corinthians 3:6 challenge the idea of human achievement in ministry?

9. What historical context influenced Paul's message in 1 Corinthians 3:6?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 3?

11. What does it mean Jesus became sin for us?

12. How does 1 Corinthians 3:9 align with actual historical and archaeological records, given its metaphor of believers as God’s building and field?

13. How can we judge angels if they judge us?

14. What does the Bible say about celebrity pastors?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding the roles of Paul and Apollos help us appreciate different ministries within the church today?

2. In what ways can we ensure that we are relying on God for growth in our personal spiritual lives and in our church communities?

3. How can the principle of unity in 1 Corinthians 3:6 be applied to resolve conflicts or divisions within a church setting?

4. Reflect on a time when you felt discouraged in your ministry efforts. How does this verse encourage you to continue?

5. How can we practically cultivate a spirit of humility and dependence on God in our daily walk with Christ, as taught in this passage?1. How does Paul's critique of the Corinthian church challenge your current level of spiritual maturity?

2. What does this chapter teach us about unity and division within the church?

3. How do the roles of Paul and Apollos inform our understanding of spiritual leadership?

4. What does it mean for us to be co-workers in God's service?

5. How do you understand the metaphor of the church as God's building?

6. What implications does this building metaphor have for our personal spiritual lives and our role in the church?

7. How can you ensure that your work for God stands the test of fire?

8. How does the concept of divine judgement and rewards influence your service to God?

9. How does Paul's metaphor of believers as God's temple affect your self-understanding and your daily conduct?

10. How do you reconcile the call to see all things as ours in Christ with the everyday challenges and sufferings of life?

11. What does it mean to value God's wisdom over worldly wisdom?

12. How can we live out the truth that God's Spirit dwells within us in our day-to-day life?

13. How can we promote unity within our local church communities?

14. What materials (in terms of actions, attitudes, and motivations) are you using to build your life on the foundation of Christ?

15. How can we nurture spiritual maturity within ourselves and others?

16. How does recognizing ourselves as God's temple influence our decisions and behaviors?

17. What does it mean in a practical sense to be a servant through whom others come to believe?

18. How does the theme of accountability in this chapter speak to your personal experiences?

19. How can we balance the truth of being God's temple with the reality of human frailties and imperfections?

20. How can the teachings in this chapter shape our response to disunity and divisions in today's churches?

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