1. What can you apply to your life from today's reading?
2. What portion of this chapter stands out to you?
3. How would you describe the theme of the chapter to someone who does not know much about the Bible?
4. What example did you find to follow?
5. Was there an error (sin) you found to avoid?
6. Did you find a duty (command) to obey?
7. How will reading this chapter effect your life from now on?
8. Pick a verse to meditate on and try to memorize it.
9. Was there a promise to claim?
10. What is your summary and prayer today?
Observation Questions For
2 Corinthians Chapter 1
Survey Questions:
1. List the characteristics of God the Father and Jesus our Lord that Paul said He was worthy to be blessed for in verses 3-4. Name 4 reasons given.
2. What two things will be ours in abundance as we serve the Lord Jesus Christ? vs. 5
3. Although Paul's suffering of affliction in Asia was beyond his own strength and he despaired of living, what did he realize was the purpose in it? vs. 8-9
4. What was Paul's comfort through all of this suffering and affliction? vs. 10-11
5. What things did Paul have proud confidence in? vs. 12-14
Paul knew He was established with these believers in Christ and anointed by God for this work among them. He said they were 'sealed' and given the Spirit in their hearts as a pledge. This was how he continued to serve despite the trials and suffering.
6. Rather than lord over their faith, what was Paul's example to the Corinthians? vs. 24
Application:
1. How have you suffered for serving Christ?
2. How has He comforted you in those times?
3. Will you choose to have confidence today in a clear conscience in Christlike conduct and bless the Lord for the comfort and suffering you have experienced?
Your personal thoughts and prayers for today:
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