◄ 1 Corinthians 11:22 ►
Don't you have your own homes in which to eat and drink? Or do you despise the church of God and humiliate those who have nothing? What can I say to you? Shall I praise you for this? No, I will not! Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 11:22? 2. How does 1 Corinthians 11:22 address the issue of selfishness in gatherings? 3. What does "humiliate those who have nothing" reveal about early church practices? 4. How can we ensure our church gatherings honor God, as 1 Corinthians 11:22 suggests? 5. What other scriptures emphasize the importance of unity and consideration in worship? 6. How can we apply the lessons of 1 Corinthians 11:22 to modern church life? 7. What does 1 Corinthians 11:22 reveal about early Christian gatherings and their practices? 8. How does 1 Corinthians 11:22 address issues of inequality within the church? 9. Why does Paul criticize the Corinthians' behavior in 1 Corinthians 11:22? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 11? 11. How can I locate a reputable local church? 12. What does the Bible say about church governance? 13. Why consider angels in 1 Corinthians 11:10? 14. Who oversees the Lord's Supper (Communion)? Discussion Questions 1. How does Paul’s rebuke in 1 Corinthians 11:22 challenge our current practices of communion and fellowship within the church? 2. In what ways can we ensure that our church gatherings honor and include all members, regardless of their social or economic status? 3. Reflect on a time when you may have unintentionally marginalized someone in your church community. How can you seek reconciliation and change? 4. How do the practices of the early church in Acts 2:42-47 inspire us to foster a more inclusive and generous community today? 5. What practical steps can we take to ensure that our church is a place where the teachings of James 2:1-9 are lived out, showing no favoritism and honoring the poor? 1 Corinthians 11 Bible Study Questions 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? Links 1 Corinthians 11:22 NIV 1 Corinthians 11:22 NLT 1 Corinthians 11:22 ESV 1 Corinthians 11:22 NASB 1 Corinthians 11:22 KJV 1 Corinthians 11:22 Commentaries Bible Hub