◄ 1 Corinthians 3:3 ►
for you are still worldly. For since there is jealousy and dissension among you, are you not worldly? Are you not walking in the way of man? Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 3:3? 2. How does 1 Corinthians 3:3 define spiritual immaturity and its manifestations today? 3. What causes "jealousy and dissension" among believers, according to 1 Corinthians 3:3? 4. How can we overcome "acting like mere men" in our daily lives? 5. What other Scriptures address jealousy and strife within the church community? 6. How can we cultivate spiritual maturity to avoid divisions in our church? 7. How does 1 Corinthians 3:3 define spiritual immaturity among believers? 8. Why does Paul emphasize jealousy and strife in 1 Corinthians 3:3? 9. What historical context influenced Paul's message in 1 Corinthians 3:3? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 3? 11. What are Christian Weapons? 12. Is envy the decay of one's inner self? 13. Is envy the decay of one's inner self? 14. What are the works of the flesh? Discussion Questions 1. What are some practical ways you can identify and address worldliness in your own life? 2. How can the issues of jealousy and dissension manifest in modern church communities, and what steps can be taken to resolve them? 3. In what ways does living "in the way of man" differ from living according to the Spirit, and how can you make this distinction in your daily life? 4. How do the teachings in Ephesians 4:1-3 and Philippians 2:3-4 provide a blueprint for overcoming division and promoting unity in the church? 5. Reflect on a time when you experienced jealousy or dissension. How did you handle it, and what biblical principles can guide you in similar situations in the future? 1 Corinthians 3 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Paul's critique of the Corinthian church challenge your current level of spiritual maturity? 2. What does this chapter teach us about unity and division within the church? 3. How do the roles of Paul and Apollos inform our understanding of spiritual leadership? 4. What does it mean for us to be co-workers in God's service? 5. How do you understand the metaphor of the church as God's building? 6. What implications does this building metaphor have for our personal spiritual lives and our role in the church? 7. How can you ensure that your work for God stands the test of fire? 8. How does the concept of divine judgement and rewards influence your service to God? 9. How does Paul's metaphor of believers as God's temple affect your self-understanding and your daily conduct? 10. How do you reconcile the call to see all things as ours in Christ with the everyday challenges and sufferings of life? 11. What does it mean to value God's wisdom over worldly wisdom? 12. How can we live out the truth that God's Spirit dwells within us in our day-to-day life? 13. How can we promote unity within our local church communities? 14. What materials (in terms of actions, attitudes, and motivations) are you using to build your life on the foundation of Christ? 15. How can we nurture spiritual maturity within ourselves and others? 16. How does recognizing ourselves as God's temple influence our decisions and behaviors? 17. What does it mean in a practical sense to be a servant through whom others come to believe? 18. How does the theme of accountability in this chapter speak to your personal experiences? 19. How can we balance the truth of being God's temple with the reality of human frailties and imperfections? 20. How can the teachings in this chapter shape our response to disunity and divisions in today's churches? Links 1 Corinthians 3:3 NIV 1 Corinthians 3:3 NLT 1 Corinthians 3:3 ESV 1 Corinthians 3:3 NASB 1 Corinthians 3:3 KJV 1 Corinthians 3:3 Commentaries Bible Hub