Division (1 - 4)
Who were the Corinthian's arguing about following - Paul, Apollos, Cephas, or Christ?
All of them (1 Cor 1:12-13)
What does Paul say our bodies are?
Temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Cor 6:18-20)
Knowledge puffs up, while ___ builds up.
Love (1 Cor 8:1)
What meal do Christians share to remember Jesus?
Communion (The Lord's Supper) (1 Cor 11:23–26)
“Where, O death, is your _______?”
Sting (1 Cor 15:55)
According to Paul, who actually makes the church grow—people or God?
God (1 Cor 3:5-8)
What should we do when we see sin spreading in the church?
Remove it / correct it lovingly (1 Cor 5:6–8)
Should we always do whatever we want, even if it’s not helpful to others? Why?
No, we should think of others (1 Cor 10:23–24, 31-33)
What does Paul compare the church to in 1 Corinthians 12?
A body with many parts (1 Cor 12:12-14)
What will happen to our bodies when Jesus returns?
They will be changed / made new (1 Cor 15:52–54)
What does Paul say about boasting in leaders?
Don’t boast in men; boast in the Lord (1 Cor 3:18-23)
What does Paul say about running away from sexual sin?
Flee from it (1 Cor 6:18)
Paul uses what metaphor to describe Christian discipline?
Running a race to get the prize (1 Cor 9:24–27)
What is greater than any spiritual gift?
Love (1 Cor 13:1-3)
What key event proves our faith is not in vain?
The resurrection of Jesus (1 Cor 15:13-14, 20-21)
Paul compares himself and Apollos to what kind of workers?
Servants working together in God’s field/building (1 Cor 3:6-9)
According to Paul, who owns our bodies—us or God?
God, because we were bought with a price (1 Cor 6:20)
What does Paul say about eating food sacrificed to idols?
It’s okay IF it doesn’t hurt others’ faith, but don’t cause others to stumble (1 Cor 8:9–13)
What is love?
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. (1 Cor 13:4–6)
What does Paul encourage believers to do in light of the resurrection?
Be steadfast and keep working for the Lord (1 Cor 15:58)
Who inspired First Corinthians?
The Holy Spirit!
Who wrote First Corinthians?
The Apostle Paul
Where did Paul write First Corinthians?
Ephesus (Probably) (1 Cor 16:8)
What are the four words for love in ancient Greek?
Agape (unconditional love), Philia (friendship love), Eros (romantic love), and Storge (family love).
What current country is Corinth in?
Greece (An hour west of Athens)