◄ 2 Corinthians 6:16 ►
What agreement can exist between the temple of God and idols? For we are the temple of the living God. As God has said: "I will dwell with them and walk among them, and I will be their God, and they will be My people." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Corinthians 6:16? 2. How does 2 Corinthians 6:16 emphasize God's dwelling among His people today? 3. What does "we are the temple of the living God" mean for believers? 4. How does 2 Corinthians 6:16 connect with Old Testament temple imagery? 5. In what ways can we ensure our lives reflect being God's temple? 6. How should God's promise to dwell with us influence our daily decisions? 7. How does 2 Corinthians 6:16 define the relationship between God and believers? 8. What does "we are the temple of the living God" mean in 2 Corinthians 6:16? 9. How does 2 Corinthians 6:16 challenge the concept of idolatry? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Corinthians 6? 11. What is building a spiritual house? 12. (2 Corinthians 7:1) How can Paul’s call for believers to “cleanse themselves” align with the belief that salvation depends on divine grace rather than human effort? 13. What does the Bible say about fun and entertainment? 14. What are the main theological differences between Testaments? Discussion Questions 1. How does understanding that we are the temple of the living God influence your daily decisions and lifestyle? 2. What are some modern-day "idols" that can compete with our devotion to God, and how can we guard against them? 3. In what ways can we cultivate a greater awareness of God's presence in our lives, as He promises to dwell and walk among us? 4. How does the concept of being God's people challenge us to live differently in our communities and workplaces? 5. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's presence in a tangible way. How did that experience impact your faith journey? 2 Corinthians 6 Bible Study Questions 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 6:16 NIV 2 Corinthians 6:16 NLT 2 Corinthians 6:16 ESV 2 Corinthians 6:16 NASB 2 Corinthians 6:16 KJV 2 Corinthians 6:16 Commentaries Bible Hub