Context
Who is the author of Romans & both Corinthian letters?
Paul
This was the main problem for the community in Rome
Division between Jewish and Non-Jewish Christians
What are the 5 problems Corinth is facing?
- Division
- Sexual Immorality
- Food
- Gatherings
- Resurrection
Why do the Corinthians reject Paul?
Their distorted value system.
They valued wealth and influence over humility and self-sacrifice
Why did Israel need a financial gift?
Experiencing poverty from a famine
What is the theme of Romans?
The fundamentals of Christian beliefs and actions
This is the greatest Christ-like virtue that the Law sought to fulfill
Love
Why did Paul have to address Division for the community in Corinth?
They were idolizing the human leaders over Jesus.
When asked for a letter of recommendation, what does Paul present as proof for his authority?
The Christians in Corinth
Daily Double:
Explain how the Gospel is a story of Generosity
God gave up His riches to die poor so that we, who were poor, could experience His abundance.
Why does Paul write his 1st letter to the Church of Corinth?
To address the reports they were not living out what they believed
Why is the Law still important today?
Shows us God's goodness and will for our lives.
What was the main issue the community in Corinth faced concerning food?
The debate over food used in sacrifices to other gods.
This is what Paul sarcastically calls the group of teachers who undermine his authority.
"Super-Apostles"
Why do the Corinthians not save up a gift for Israel?
Their fight with Paul
What do the sections of Romans help remind us of?
The Gospel reveals God's Righteousness.
(Through) Creating a new Humanity, Fulfilling His Promise to Israel, Unify the Church.
Who does Paul claim to be the most guilty in the eyes of the Law?
The Israelites
They knew God's Law and chose not to follow it
Due to the pride the Corinthian people took in their sexual sin, Paul had to teach them that this would always lead to...
Relational Ruin
What is the Paradox of the Cross?
Jesus' glorious exaltation as King comes through suffering & death
Besides generosity, what was Paul hoping their financial gift would show?
Unity of God's people
What does Paul call his in person visit to Corinth in 2 Corinthians?
The Painful Visit
Who delivered and taught the letter written to Rome?
Phoebe
Why did Paul have to address Resurrection with the community in Corinth?
What life is Paul modeling through his Humility, Service & Poor status?
The Crucified Life
Modeling the Gospel through the way he lives His life
What does Paul say their lack of generosity is evidence of?
An Untransformed Life