◄ 1 Corinthians 11:29 ►
For anyone who eats and drinks without recognizing the body eats and drinks judgment on himself. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 11:29? 2. What does "eats and drinks without recognizing the body" mean in context? 3. How can we ensure we "recognize the body" during Communion today? 4. How does 1 Corinthians 11:29 relate to self-examination in 1 Corinthians 11:28? 5. What are the consequences of not discerning the body according to this verse? 6. How can we apply 1 Corinthians 11:29 to our church's Communion practices? 7. What does "eats and drinks without recognizing the body" mean in 1 Corinthians 11:29? 8. How does 1 Corinthians 11:29 relate to the practice of Communion? 9. Why is self-examination important before partaking in Communion according to 1 Corinthians 11:29? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 11? 11. What is taking communion unworthily? 12. When should Christians abstain from taking communion? 13. If Jesus commanded the healed man to “sin no more” (John 5:14), implying sin caused his condition, isn’t that inconsistent with other Scriptures that refute direct sin-illness links? 14. Psalm 31:10 links sin to physical weakness—does any scientific or historical evidence suggest moral wrongdoing can directly cause illness? Discussion Questions 1. What does it mean to "recognize the body" in the context of the Lord's Supper, and how can we apply this understanding in our church today? 2. How does the practice of the Lord's Supper connect us to the broader body of Christ, both locally and globally? 3. In what ways can self-examination before the Lord's Supper lead to personal and communal spiritual growth? 4. How can we ensure that our participation in the Lord's Supper is a true reflection of our faith and commitment to Christ? 5. What steps can we take to address and resolve conflicts within our church community to honor the unity of the body of Christ during the Lord's Supper? 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 11:29 NIV 1 Corinthians 11:29 NLT 1 Corinthians 11:29 ESV 1 Corinthians 11:29 NASB 1 Corinthians 11:29 KJV 1 Corinthians 11:29 Commentaries Bible Hub