• “ Without a doubt The Lutheran Study Bible is the most significant Study Bible ever produced in the Lutheran tradition. Moreover, it is one of the most thorough Study Bibles that has been published in any faith, and it will certainly benefit other like-minded individuals in the Protestant tradition.
• This page contains notes from the Concordia Commentary and other notes on the Bible. Online Lutheran Bible Study. Notes from Concordia Commentary on 1 Corinthians.
• 1 Corinthians Bible Study Courses The Book of First Corinthians This course is designed as an expository study of the Epistle of First Corinthians, taking the student through the entire book with cross references to other portions of Scripture.

LITERARY READING
Paul writes his letters within a literary framework typical of letters in his day. Understanding this framework can help us identify the main points of each letter. The Lutheran Study Bible and Commentaries provide outlines of each letter for you; however, before you turn to these sources, attempt to identify each section (by chapter and verse) and key themes in each.

Adult Bible Study 10:45 a.m. King of Glory Lutheran Church and Preschool 2500 Borchard Road Newbury Park, CA 91320 805-498-4812 www.kog.cc. (1 Corinthians 13:4-7. Workbook on 1 Corinthians Page #4 Bible Study Questions on 1 Corinthians Introduction: This workbook was designed for Bible class study, family study, or personal study. The class book is suitable for teens and up. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand Scripture.

Introduction:

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Body:
Closing:
HISTORICAL READING
With the exception of Romans, each of Paul’s letters are written to churches that he helped start. The intent of Paul’s letters is to provide pastoral advice to practical situations the communities are facing. In the process, however, each letter reveals some historical background as well. As you read, make note of what you learn about each character and their relationship together.
The Church at Corinth:
Paul:
Other Characters:
The relationship between Paul and the Church:
Consider the following questions as they relate to 1 Thessalonians.
Why do you think this letter was written? What question(s) are addressed?
What implied political or social realities can shed light on this text?
DEVOTIONAL READING
Understanding the form and context of a text is important, but it’s also important to hear these letters as Scriptures speaking individually to us and our community. 1 Corinthians is God’s Word through Paul to the Church at Corinth, but it is also God’s Word through Paul to us.
What does this letter have to say to your world or your nation?
What does this letter have to say to you or your community?
What images or feelings come to mind as you read this letter? Do Paul’s words or the Corinthians’ concerns remind you of any past experiences or concerns of your own?
What would change in you if you took Paul’s words seriously? What would you be concerned about? What person or situation would you see differently than you see now?
LUTHERAN THEOLOGICAL READING
As Lutherans, “we come to our study with certain convictions, insights, and expectations that rise particularly from our Lutheran heritage.” Specifically, Lutherans understand Scripture to speak a word of both law and gospel and to show forth Christ.
In what ways do you hear Paul’s words as law? What demands are being made on the Corinthians (and on us)? What judgments?

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How does 1 Corinthians confront you with your own sins?
In what ways do you hear Paul’s words as gospel?

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How do you hear God’s good news of forgiveness of your sins, of grace, of promise to be with you, of the gift of Christ Jesus given for you?

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In what ways does 1 Corinthians point you or lead you to Christ? How does this text prepare you for Christ?

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