◄ 1 Corinthians 1:26 ►
Brothers, consider the time of your calling: Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were powerful; not many were of noble birth. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 1:26? 2. How does 1 Corinthians 1:26 challenge our view of worldly wisdom and power? 3. What does "not many were wise" teach about God's selection criteria? 4. How can we apply 1 Corinthians 1:26 to our daily decision-making? 5. Which other scriptures emphasize God's preference for the humble and lowly? 6. How does recognizing our calling in 1 Corinthians 1:26 affect our self-worth? 7. How does 1 Corinthians 1:26 challenge our understanding of wisdom and power in society? 8. Why does God choose the "foolish" and "weak" according to 1 Corinthians 1:26? 9. What historical context influenced Paul's message in 1 Corinthians 1:26? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 1? 11. What does it mean God uses the world's weak? 12. What defines the incorruptibility of saints? 13. Are higher IQ individuals less likely to believe in God? 14. Am I being called to be a missionary? Discussion Questions 1. How does understanding God's choice of the "foolish" and "weak" challenge our view of success and status in today's society? 2. In what ways can we ensure that our church community values individuals based on their identity in Christ rather than their worldly achievements? 3. How can the example of the early Corinthian believers encourage us to embrace our own calling, despite any perceived inadequacies? 4. What practical steps can we take to cultivate humility and gratitude for our calling in Christ? 5. How can we rely on the Holy Spirit to empower us in areas where we feel weak or inadequate, as seen in other biblical examples? 1 Corinthians 1 Bible Study Questions 1. What does it mean to be sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be holy? How does this apply to your life? 2. How does Paul's appeal for unity in the church relate to contemporary issues of division within churches today? 3. Reflect on the concept of God's wisdom versus human wisdom. Can you provide examples from your life where you experienced this contrast? 4. How does the power of the Cross manifest in the lives of believers today? 5. Paul speaks of Christ as wisdom from God, our righteousness, sanctification, and redemption. How do you understand these roles of Christ in your personal spiritual journey? 6. How does the idea that God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise affect your understanding of God's Kingdom? 7. How can we apply the principle of focusing on Christ's message rather than the messengers in our interactions within our church communities? 8. How does the affirmation that God will keep us blameless to the end encourage you in your faith journey? 9. How does 1 Corinthians 1 challenge the worldly definitions of wisdom and strength? 10. Reflect on the implications of the divisions in the Corinthian church for today's denominational differences. 11. How does understanding Christ as our wisdom from God change your approach to decision-making in your life? 12. What does it mean to you personally that God chose the weak and the lowly things of the world to shame the wise and the strong? 13. How can we promote unity in our local churches and the global body of Christ? 14. How does Paul's attitude towards his role as a preacher of the Gospel (not sent to baptize, but to preach the gospel) inform the priorities in your personal ministry? 15. How should the understanding of Jesus sustaining us to the end affect our view of personal trials and challenges? 16. Why does Paul put emphasis on the Cross as the power of God, and how does that shape our understanding of the Christian faith? 17. In what ways have you experienced God's grace enriching you in all your speech and knowledge? 18. How should the fact that God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise inform our approach to evangelism? 19. How does the realization that our boasting should be in the Lord affect the way we view our achievements? 20. How can we ensure we are centered on Christ and His message, and not overly focused on church leaders or denominational identity? Links 1 Corinthians 1:26 NIV 1 Corinthians 1:26 NLT 1 Corinthians 1:26 ESV 1 Corinthians 1:26 NASB 1 Corinthians 1:26 KJV 1 Corinthians 1:26 Commentaries Bible Hub