1 & 2 Corinthians
What problem caused quarrels and divisions in the church at Corinth?
The people were quarreling about who was their rightful leader- Paul, Christ, or Apollos.
If the law could not justify a person, then what was its purpose?
The law was given because of people's sins and in order to lead them to Christ, who was to come later.
What kind of religion did the Thessalonians practice before they learned about Jesus?
They worshiped idols.
Why does Paul refer to himself as the "worst of sinners"?
before he came to Christ he persecuted the church
What does the grace of God teach us as believers?
It teaches us to say not to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, godly, and upright lives.
Why can unbelievers not accept and understand the Bible?
Unbelievers do not have the Holy Spirit, so they cannot understand Biblical Truth. Believers have the Spirit to help them understand.
What does it mean to be blessed "in the heavenly realms wit every spiritual blessing in Christ"?
Because of Christ we have full access to everything heaven has to offer: salvation, the love of God, and power to live lives pleasing to Him.
What is the theme of 1 Thessalonians?
strength and hope in the Lord
According to Paul, in what ways should Timothy set an example for the believers in Ephesus?
In speech, life, love, faith, and purity.
What is the basis of our salvation?
God's mercy
What does Paul mean by "a way out" in 1 Corinthians 10:13?
God is able to show a believer how to meet temptation without succumbing to it.
What does Paul mean by "to live is Christ, and to die is gain"?
If he lives, he'll serve Christ; if he dies, he'll. be with Him, and that will be even better
What will happen to those who are persecuting the Thessalonian believers?
God will punish them, and they will endure everlasting destruction.
What high view of God does Paul express to Timothy?
God is the "only Ruler, the King of kings and Lord of lords; only God is immortal and lives in unapproachable light
What does Paul mean by a divisive person?
Paul refers to those whose foolish arguments and quarrels are dividing people.
How can we make it through troubles?
By fixing our eyes on what is not seen- Jesus and eternal life.
In what ways should our attitude be "the same as that of Christ Jesus"?
He humbled Himself for us, "made himself nothing, and became like a servant; we too should be humble and should find ways to serve others.
What is Paul's prayer for the Thessalonian believers?
That God will give them courage and strength "in every good deed and word."
How are the last days described here?
People will love themselves and money. They will be arrogant, disobedient, and many other things God hates.
Why does Paul want Philemon to be active in sharing his faith?
He wants Philemon to have full understanding of all that we have in Christ.
What are the results of godly sorrow and of worldly sorrow?
What does it mean to set your heart and mind on things above?
Setting our hearts and minds on things above is contrasted with thinking of earthly things. We are to focus on God, take up our cross daily, and serve HIM rather than ourselves.