◄ 2 Corinthians 2:6 ►
The punishment imposed on him by the majority is sufficient for him. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Corinthians 2:6? 2. How does 2 Corinthians 2:6 guide church discipline and forgiveness practices today? 3. What does "sufficient for him" reveal about community correction in 2 Corinthians 2:6? 4. How can we balance justice and mercy in light of 2 Corinthians 2:6? 5. How does Matthew 18:15-17 relate to 2 Corinthians 2:6 on discipline? 6. How can we apply 2 Corinthians 2:6 to restore relationships within the church? 7. What does 2 Corinthians 2:6 reveal about church discipline and forgiveness? 8. How does 2 Corinthians 2:6 address the balance between justice and mercy? 9. In what context was 2 Corinthians 2:6 written, and why is it significant? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Corinthians 2? 11. What does the Bible say about sin in church? 12. What is the World Mission Society Church of God? 13. In 2 Corinthians 2:5–7, does Paul’s instruction to forgive the offender contradict Jesus’s approach to dealing with sin in Matthew 18? 14. What does "binding and loosing" mean? Discussion Questions 1. How does the concept of church discipline in 2 Corinthians 2:6 align with the process outlined in Matthew 18:15-17? 2. In what ways can the church today ensure that discipline is carried out with a spirit of gentleness, as encouraged in Galatians 6:1? 3. What are some practical steps a church can take to balance justice and mercy when dealing with sin within the congregation? 4. How can the principles of forgiveness and restoration in 2 Corinthians 2:6 be applied in personal relationships outside the church setting? 5. Reflect on a time when you witnessed or experienced church discipline. What lessons were learned about the importance of community involvement and the goal of restoration? 2 Corinthians 2 Bible Study Questions 1. What does Paul’s reluctance to cause further pain to the Corinthians teach about dealing with difficult issues within a community? 2. Why do you think Paul felt it necessary to remind the Corinthians about forgiveness? 3. How can you apply Paul's advice on forgiveness in your personal relationships? 4. Why is it important to reaffirm love after an act of forgiveness? 5. What does this chapter teach about the tactics of Satan? 6. How can Paul's experiences in Troas and Macedonia be related to personal moments of anxiety and relief? 7. How do you interpret the imagery of the 'triumphal procession' in your own Christian journey? 8. How does the metaphor of the fragrance of Christ resonate with your experience of sharing or receiving the gospel? 9. How does Paul differentiate the perception of the Gospel between those who are being saved and those who are perishing? 10. How can we strive for sincerity in our Christian walk as Paul did? 11. In what ways can we spread the 'aroma' of Christ in our daily lives? 12. What can we learn from Paul's decision to leave Troas despite having an open door to preach there? 13. How does the concept of being led in 'triumphal procession' in Christ inspire you? 14. How does this chapter challenge your understanding of forgiveness and restoration? 15. What steps can you take to ensure you don't fall into Satan's trap of unforgiveness? 16. How can Paul’s sincerity and dedication to spreading the gospel serve as a model for your own Christian service? 17. How does this chapter influence your understanding of how the Gospel can be perceived differently by different people? 18. How can we ensure that the 'aroma' of Christ we spread is authentic and sincere, like Paul's? 19. How does the principle of not peddling the word of God for profit apply to present day Christian ministries? 20. How does the assurance that we are 'to God the pleasing aroma of Christ' encourage you in your faith journey? Links 2 Corinthians 2:6 NIV 2 Corinthians 2:6 NLT 2 Corinthians 2:6 ESV 2 Corinthians 2:6 NASB 2 Corinthians 2:6 KJV 2 Corinthians 2:6 Commentaries Bible Hub