1 Corinthians - Chapter-9

Chapter Summary

Paul vindicates his apostleship. The method and reward of true ministry and the support of the ministry.

Look at Leviticus 6:16, 26, 7:6, 31-32. What are some similarities and differences between the Old Testament Levitical ministry and Paul's ministry? What parallel is Paul trying to draw in this chapter in Corinthians?
In verse 15, Paul says he does not take advantage of some rights that he has. Do you have any rights that it would be better to not take advantage of for the sake of fellowship with others?
Is it prideful for Paul to boast in verse 15? Why or why not? Are there good ways for Christians to boast today?
What do you think Paul specifically means by becoming all things to all people in verses 20-22? What would be some limits on this, or areas where Christians cannot become like others?
Verses 24-27 talk about the importance of putting great effort into our walk with God. What are some ways we can do this more in our own lives?
What are the implications for ministers today from verses 8-12? What are the implications for the rest of the church?
What does this chapter teach us about sacrifice? Are there sacrifices you have made for the gospel?
This chapter shows us Paul's emphasis on contextualizing the gospel to specific contexts. What are some ways we can do this in our own context?
Verse 25 stresses the eternal reward of serving God. How can this verse help us strive for the work of the gospel?
How would you use verses 24-26 to encourage a new believer?

Ministry, v. 2.

God, Jesus, Cephas, Barnabas, Moses.

14, 19, 22, 24.