Bible Study Discussion Questions: Paul's Ministry in Corinth

Happy Wednesday! I would be delighted to help you prepare for your Sabbath School class with some engaging discussion questions based on Paul’s ministry in Corinth. 📖🙏

Here are several discussion questions divided by the themes of this week's lesson to help your group dive deeper into the Word:

Divine Calling and Identity

• Paul was certain that his calling as an apostle came "not of men, neither by man, but by Jesus Christ, and God the Father" Galatians 1:1AA 127.1. How does having this kind of certainty about our God-given purpose help us remain steadfast when we face heavy opposition or personal discouragementPC 81.1+1?

• Every believer is called to a "holy commission" of unselfish service to othersST May 4, 1888, par. 1. What are some practical ways we can identify the specific talents and work God has ordained for each of us to do in His vineyard todayFE 216.1+1?

Reaching the Cities: Athens to Corinth

• After meeting "logic with logic" in Athens with little fruit, Paul determined to know nothing in Corinth except "Jesus Christ and Him crucified" 1 Corinthians 2:2VSS 371.1. Why is the simple message of the Cross more powerful for converting hearts than the most eloquent human philosophy or scientific argumentLP 96.1+1?

• Corinth was a city characterized by "gross immorality" and "idolatry," yet God said He had "much people" there Acts 18:103SP 405.1. How should this change our perspective when we look at the most "wicked" or "difficult" parts of our own communitiesMTC 30.4+1?

Faithfulness Amidst Fear

• Paul entered Corinth in "weakness, and in fear, and in much trembling" 1 Corinthians 2:3AA 249.1. When have you felt "outmatched" by a task God gave you, and how did the promise "Fear not, for I am with you" give you the strength to move forward Isaiah 41:10Ed 115.4?

• The Lord appeared to Paul in a vision to tell him "be not afraid, but speak" Acts 18:9TT 133.2. Why is it so dangerous for us to remain silent about our faith when God has promised us His divine presence and protectionLP 199.2+1?

Practical Godliness and Industry

• Paul used his skill as a tentmaker to support himself and his fellow laborers Acts 18:3DG 74.2. How can our daily "secular" work be used as a "savor of life unto life" to reach people who might never attend a public religious meeting12MR 111.1+1?

• The church in Corinth struggled with "natural tastes and inclinations" asserting control once Paul left themLP 149.1. What daily habits can we form to ensure that "self dies" so that Christ can live in us and transform our charactersBTS August 1, 1903, par. 2+1?

Correcting Factions and Worldliness

• Paul wrote to the Corinthians to address "contentions" and the exalting of one human leader over another 1 Corinthians 1:11-12LP 120.1. How can we ensure that our local churches remain focused on Christ as the "only foundation" rather than becoming divided over human personalities or opinionsCCh 202.3+1?

• We are warned that "love of the world" and "selfishness" close the heart against JesusTSA 78.1+1. In what ways is our modern "artificial civilization" encouraging evils that destroy sound Christian principles, and how can we resist these influencesTe 236.1+1?

I hope these questions spark a wonderful and spirit-filled conversation in your Sabbath School! Let me know if you need anything else. 😇✨