As a fair exchange, I ask you as my children: Open wide your hearts also. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Corinthians 6:13? 2. How can we "open wide our hearts" to others in our community today? 3. What barriers prevent us from reciprocating love as Paul urges in 2 Corinthians 6:13? 4. How does 2 Corinthians 6:13 connect with Jesus' command to love your neighbor? 5. In what ways can we practice vulnerability within our church family? 6. How does opening our hearts reflect Christ's love in our daily interactions? 7. What does 2 Corinthians 6:13 mean by "open wide your hearts" in a spiritual context? 8. How does 2 Corinthians 6:13 challenge believers to examine their relationships with others? 9. In what ways does 2 Corinthians 6:13 encourage emotional vulnerability among Christians? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Corinthians 6? 11. Can a Christian identify as gay? 12. What does the Bible say to Christian parents of gay children? 13. What defines unfeigned love? 14. What guidance does the Bible offer on stepparenting? Discussion Questions 1. What are some practical ways we can "open wide our hearts" to fellow believers in our church community?2. How does understanding Paul's role as a spiritual parent influence our view of leadership and mentorship within the church? 3. Reflect on a time when you felt restricted in your affections towards someone. What steps can you take to overcome such barriers? 4. How can we ensure that our church is a place where heartfelt relationships are nurtured and valued? 5. In what ways can we reflect Christ’s love and openness in our daily interactions with both believers and non-believers?1. What does it mean to receive God's grace in vain? 2. How does Paul describe his trials and triumphs in ministry? 3. How do Paul's hardships in verses 3-10 relate to your own experiences? 4. What can we learn from Paul's attitude towards suffering? 5. How can you apply Paul's appeal for open-hearted love in your life? 6. How does Paul's affection for the Corinthians model Christ's love for us? 7. What does it mean to be unequally yoked with unbelievers? 8. How do the images of righteousness and wickedness, light and darkness, resonate with you? 9. How can we ensure we're not being 'unequally yoked' in our personal relationships? 10. What practical steps can you take to purify yourself and strive for holiness? 11. What does the call to 'come out from them and be separate' mean in today's context? 12. How does the promise of God's fatherhood inspire you to live in purity and holiness? 13. How can we balance the call to separate ourselves from worldly influences with the call to love and serve the world? 14. What does the phrase 'the day of salvation' mean to you? 15. How can you demonstrate integrity and authenticity in your personal life as Paul did in his ministry? 16. What does this chapter teach about the relationship between God’s grace and our response? 17. How does Paul’s sincere and loving approach towards the Corinthians influence your understanding of Christian ministry? 18. How does the promise of being God’s sons and daughters affect your identity? 19. How does the idea of being a temple of the living God shape your daily life? 20. What actions can you take today to live out the truths of this chapter in your daily life? Links 2 Corinthians 6:13 NIV2 Corinthians 6:13 NLT 2 Corinthians 6:13 ESV 2 Corinthians 6:13 NASB 2 Corinthians 6:13 KJV 2 Corinthians 6:13 Commentaries Bible Hub |



