Monthly Archives: April 2010
What’s Love Got to Do with It?
1 Corinthians 12:31-13:5 What does it mean to desire the greater gifts? What are they? How does this fit with the idea that the gifts are sovereignly bestowed by God according to 12:7-10, 18, 24b, and 28? Why do the … Continue reading
The Body and Its Gifts
1 Corinthians 12:12-30 What is “spirit baptism”? What does the metaphor of body teach you about the church? In what ways does the church struggle to live out the body metaphor? Do you think that the church has “insiders” and … Continue reading
The Spirit and His Gifts
1 Corinthians 12:1-11 What has been your understanding of the nature of spiritual gifts? What is the Cessationist perspective? What do you think of it? How have “spiritual gifts” been abused? Why do you think abuse of them happens? What … Continue reading
Remembering Jesus in His Supper
1 Corinthians 11:17-34 What implications does the Gospel have for human relationships? What opportunities does diversity in the body provide people for their own personal development and growth in Christ? Consider the importance that the Bible places on relating properly … Continue reading