1 Corinthians Worksheet - Chapter 15

Daily Reading Personal Application Questions 1 Corinthians Chapter 15 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 1 Corinthians Chapter 15 1.  What was the Gospel that Paul had preached to the Corinthians?  Name 4 aspects of the Gospel message that was preached from vs.3-8. 1.) 2.) 3.) 4.) 2.  Who did Jesus appear to after His resurrection? vs. 5 - vs. 5 - vs. 6 - vs. 7 - vs. 7 - vs. 8 - 3.  Why did Paul say that he was the least of all the apostles? vs. 9 4.  How was Paul able to handle his past and be able to be used of God? vs. 10 5.  How important to our faith is the Lord's resurrection from the dead? vs.12-20 6.  If Christ was not raised from the dead, what 4 things would be true about your faith? vs.17-19 1.) 2.) 3.) 4.) 7.  Christ HAS been raised from the dead (hallelujah) .. and He is the first fruits of those who are asleep.  What happened to all of mankind because of Adam's sin? vs.20-22 8.  What has happened to those who have believed in Jesus? vs. 20-22 9.  The resurrection will be each in its own order.  Name the order given in vs.23-28. vs. 23 - vs.23 - vs. 24 - vs. 24 - vs. 24 - vs.25,26 - vs.27,28 - 10.  What did Paul do "daily" and what do you think he means by this? vs.31-32 11.  What are we not to be "deceived" by? vs. 33-34 12.  Paul addresses what kind of body we will have in the resurrection.  He explains that a seed must die before it comes to life.  The seed is sown in one form, but it is raised in another form.  God gives the body as He wishes it to be.  There are different types of flesh of people, animals, birds, and fish.  There are degrees of glory for the sun, the moon, and stars one from another. (vs.35-41)  Paul states that it is the same with the resurrection of our bodies.  Our bodies are sown as perishable.  How are they raised? vs. 42 13.  They are sown in dishonor.  How are they raised? vs. 43 14.  They are sown in weakness.  How are they raised? vs. 43 15.  They are sown a natural body.  How are they raised? vs. 44 16.  The first Adam became a living soul.  What did the last Adam (Jesus) become? vs. 45 17.  Just as we have borne the earthy image of Adam, what image will we bear in the life to come? vs. 46-50 18.  What is the mystery that Paul wants the church to know about?  vs.51 19.  What is going to happen in the twinkling of the eye at the sound of the last trumpet? vs. 52-55 20. What is the sting of death? vs. 56 21.  What is the power of sin? vs. 56 22.  How do we get victory over death and sin? vs. 57 23.  Because all of this is true, how should we always view our work in the Lord? vs. 58 24.  Reflect and Pray.  Do you believe the Lord has resurrected from the dead?  Do you believe you will be resurrected from the dead?  How will this chapter effect the way you live out your life each day?

1 Corinthians Worksheet - Chapter 14

Daily Reading Personal Application Questions 1 Corinthians Chapter 14 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 1 Corinthians Chapter 14 1.  After the great emphasis on love in chapter 13, Paul says again for us to "pursue love".  What gift is the one we should earnestly desire in our church meetings? vs. 1 2.  Why is it better to speak words of prophecy (exhortation from God's Word) rather than speaking in tongues in church services where the ungifted may be? vs.2-33 3.  What does prophecy (speaking forth God's Word) do for those attending? vs. 3 4.  When a person speaks in a tongue, Who is he speaking to? vs. 2  5.  What does the gift of tongues do for the person speaking? vs. 4 6.  What does the gift of prophecy do for the entire church? vs. 4 7.  Paul would wish that everyone had the gift of tongues (since he enjoyed having it for himself), but he would rather they prophesy so that the entire church would be edified.  He knew that speaking in a tongue would not help them.  What four areas would be of help to the church body? vs. 6 8.  Paul compares tongues without interpretation and order being like instruments that play out of tune and do not produce a distinct sound.  He said that although all languages have meaning, the person who speaks it does not know the meaning and it doesn't help himself or another in knowing what is being said.  If a person speaks in a tongue, what should he also pray to be able to do? vs.7-13 9.  If a person does pray in a tongue, the spirit prays, but their mind is unfruitful.  Since this is the case, what should they also do besides praying and singing in a tongue as they pray? vs.14-15 10.  Paul says that rather than speak in a tongue in church, it is better to speak only 5 words that people can understand so that there is instruction for them.  If they all speak in tongues and an ungifted man or unbeliever enters their service, what will he think about them? vs.16-23 11.  If the church assembles and the prophetic Word of God is given, what will be the effect on the ungifted or unbeliever when they come in? vs.24-25 12.  Paul gives the summary of a balanced church meeting.  What does he say should be done in an orderly fashion? vs.26-30 13.  Paul says to prophesy "one by one" so that all can learn and be exhorted and that the spirits of the prophets are subject to the prophets.  In other words, the gifts won't take over without the control of the person; the person remains in control and can be orderly always.  What kind of God do we serve? vs. 31-33 14.  What admonition did Paul give to the women to keep proper order in the church services? vs. 34-38  ... Based on what we have already studied about spiritual gifts, do you think that women do have a proper place to excercise their spiritual gifts such as teaching or prophecy?  Think on these things and share your thoughts on this. 15.  In conclusion, Paul says they must do all things properly and in an orderly manner.  Although Paul has told them to desire earnestly to have the prophetic Word spoken in the church, what command does he give concerning speaking in tongues? vs. 39,40 16.  Some churches allow tongues and some forbid them.  Some abuse the gift saying that everyone needs to speak in them and some ignore the gift and say that it no longer exists today.  Share how this chapter has helped you begin to resolve the balance needed in these subjects today.  (Interesting to open this can up, I know) 17.  Reflect on this lesson and pray.

1 Corinthians Worksheet - Chapter 13

Daily Reading Personal Application Questions 1 Corinthians Chapter 13 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 1 Corinthians Chapter 13 1. Paul ended chapter 12 saying that he would show us how to desire the greater gifts of the Spirit and a more excellent way (12:31). What is essential to our use of any gift according to 13:1-3 2. Sometime we are envious of the faith we see in others and wish we could believe and receive in the manner they do. But even if a person has faith that could move a mountain, what does it mean without love? vs. 2 3. Sometimes we go all out in our gifts and callings, beyond the call of duty in sacrifice and service, and may not feel as appreciated as we want for all that we do. What is the only motivation that will survive in such sacrificial giving? vs. 3 4. Paul describes for us what true God-like love looks like and how it is shown in behavior and action. Make a list of what you learn from vs.4-7 about "Love". 1.) 2.) 3.) 4.) 5.) 6.) 7.) 8.) 9.) 10.) 11.) 12.) 13.) 14.) 5. What will happen to gifts such as prophecy, tongues, and knowledge? vs. 8 6. What will never fail or end, but lasts forever? vs. 8 7. We now see in a mirror dimly, but one day we will see the Lord face to face. Now we know in part, but one day we will know fully just as we have been fully known by the Lord. Until that day, what three things abide in us to keep us motivated to serve our Lord? vs. 9-13 8. What is the greatest of all things? vs. 13 9. How do you see God's kind of love shining through your own life as a believer? Can you tell when you are walking in the Spirit displaying His fruit and His love ... and the difference when you are walking in your own flesh and loving in the worldly way? What are the differences? 10. Read Galatians 5:13-26. Explain the difference between the world's love and behavior and the way the Lord would have us love and behave toward another. 11. Reflect on today's lesson and prayer.

1 Corinthians Worksheet - Chapter 12

Daily Reading Personal Application Questions 1 Corinthians Chapter 12 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 1 Corinthians Chapter 12 1.  As pagans (unbelievers), the people were led astray to believe in idols, but Paul wants them to not be ignorant in regard to what they have in the body of Christ.  What subject does he address here? vs.1,2 2.  Who will be glorified through the Spirit of God in these things if the believer is genuine? vs. 3 3.  Paul explains that the entire aspect of God is involved - Jesus, Holy Spirit, and God the Father.  Name the results of the use of spiritual gifts and who the glory goes to: vs. 4 - vs. 5 - vs. 6 - 4.  What is the purpose of the gift that is given to each person? vs. 7 5) Name the gifts that are described by Paul for us in vs.8-10 vs. 8 - vs. 8 - vs. 9 - vs. 9 - vs. 10 - vs. 10 - vs. 10 - vs. 10 - vs. 10 - Note:  We need to remember that the Word of God had not been completed and put into print as we have our Bibles today.  It was literally being spoken by the apostles and the members of the body through various ways and spiritual giftings.  Today, when we have prophetic words, we have the written word to examine all spoken words by.  Praise the Lord. 6.  Who distributes (hands out) the gifts to each individual? vs. 11 7.  How many members are in the body of Christ?  vs. 12,14 8.  Who baptizes us into the body of Christ and what are we made to drink of? vs. 13 9.  Paul makes a comparison of the parts of our own bodies to help us understand how much we need each other in the members of the body of Christ.  Name the body part given and what he says about it in the verses to follow. vs. 15 - vs. 16 - 10.  Why would we not want our entire body to be an eye or an ear? vs. 17 11.  Who is in charge of where the parts of the body are, in our physical bodies and in the body of Christ with our spiritual gifts? vs. 18 12.  Why would we not want the body of Christ to all be the same? vs.18-21 13.  In our physical bodies, every part is needed even though it is not seen as outwardly as other parts.  What is true of the weaker and less honorable parts of our bodies? vs.22-25 14. Paul wants us to make this parallel with the spiritual body in Christ.  What happens when one part of your body is injured; do you not hurt all over?  When one part of your body is comforted, does it not effect your entire being?  So it is with the body and the parts of the body in the one body of Christ.  Write out verse 26 and think about how it should apply: vs. 26 - 15. We are Christ's body, and individually members (parts) of it.  What are the positions that God has given in the body of Christ for the good of all?  Name the list from vs. 28 below: 1.) 2.) 3.) 4.) 5.) 6.) 7.) 8.) 16.  Is everyone an apostle?  Is everyone a prophet?  Is everyone a worker of miracles?  Does everyone have a gift of healing?  Does everyone speak in a tongue?  Does everyone interpret a tongue? vs.29-30 17.  Paul wants us to desire the greater gifts which will be explained to us in the next chapter tomorrow - faith, hope, and love - those that remain forever.  He will explain that the greatest of all these is love.  A great chapter waits for us tomorrow.  For today, think about the spiritual gifts explained and the purpose in them.  Where do you think you fit in the body of Christ and why?  Have you discovered your place in the body so that you can function as God designed you to for the sake of all?  18.  Reflect on this chapter and pray.

1 Corinthians Worksheet - Chapter 11

Daily Reading Personal Application Questions 1 Corinthians Chapter 11 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 1 Corinthians Chapter 11 1. Who did Paul imitate and therefore could ask that his life be imitated by others? vs. 1 2. Paul praised this church for remembering the traditions that he had delivered to them. He wanted them to understand the role of authority in the church and family. Who is the head of the man? vs.3 3. Who is the head of the woman? vs. 3 4. Who is the head of Christ? vs. 3 5. What is a disgrace for a man to do while praying? vs. 4 6. What is a disgrace for a woman to do while praying? vs. 5-16 7. Why should a man not cover his head while praying? vs. 7 8. Who does the woman bring glory to? vs. 7 9. Why was woman created? vs.8-9 10. What is the purpose for a woman having a symbol of authority over her? vs.10 11. Although their is a role of authority in the family and church, how do the man and woman relate to one another in the Lord? vs.11-12 12. Paul is now leaving the judgment to you whether or not a woman should pray with her head covered. What do you think all of this means? vs.13 13. Paul goes on to say what nature does in order to give the woman covering. What does he say about it? vs. 14-16 14. Paul had some corrections to give this church body for their gatherings together. He had heard there were 'factions' among them and he believed the report. What do 'factions' make evident to the body? vs. 19 15. Next, Paul rebuked the for the manner in which they were taking the Lord's Supper together. They came to eat the food out of hunger instead of eating at home first. Who did this bring shame to? vs. 20-22 16. Paul reminded them of what the Lord Jesus had said in respect to the communion process. What did Jesus tell His disciples about the bread that was broken? vs. 23,24 17. What did Jesus say about the cup of wine they drank from? vs.25 18. What were they to remember each time they partook of the bread and the wine? vs. 25 19. What does the Lord's Supper proclaim to others? vs. 26 20. If we do not take the Lord's Supper in a worthy manner, considering what it is about and respecting it properly, what are we guilty of? vs. 27 21. How should we examine ourselves before we partake of the Lord's Supper? vs. 28 22. What are the consequences many times of taking the communion without examining ourselves and repenting of sin? vs. 29-30 23. If we judge ourselves properly then we will not be judged by the Lord. If we are judged (corrected) - what is the purpose of His discipline upon us? vs.32 24. In conclusion, how should we prepare ourselves before we take the Lord's Supper? vs. 33-34 25. How will this lesson effect your attitude in taking communion from now on? 26. Reflect on the lesson and commit these things in prayer today.