Midterm Flashcards

1
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The big problem at Corinth was that they had ultimately forgot they were called to be something. What was it and what does the literal Greek rendering mean?

A

They forgot they were called to be saints or holy ones. The literal Greek rendering is ‘hagios’

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2
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When Paul says he’s writing to the Church (ecclesia) what does this literally mean?

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called out ones

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3
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In 1 Cor. 1:3 Paul draws a distinction between two things and implying we receive something only through both. Explain this.

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Father/son language.

We receive grace and peace through the mediator Christ Jesus

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4
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Who informed Paul of divisions at Corinth? How does this speak to our actions regarding leadership?

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House of Chloe. Follow leaders because they are spiritual, not for personality.

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5
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What was the division at Corinth centered on?

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putting mans wisdom above the cross and impressed with individual leaders.

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6
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Who are the two people groups Paul is referring to in 1 Cor. 1:20?

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Greek philosophers, Jewish scribes

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Why did Paul not speak with enticing words or man’s wisdom?

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Someone more eloquent can always come along

Mans wisdom is not smart than God’s wisdom

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Does Paul say he is just giving his opinion and not God’s (1 Cor: 7:6, 10, 25)? Explain.

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No, he is using his authority as an apostle

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In 1 Cor. 2:14 who does Paul say has nothing to offer the Church?

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A natural man who has no impartation.

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10
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What does man’s wisdom not do according to Paul, and what does man’s wisdom do to the Church according to Paul?

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It can never improve but only mar our relationship with God

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1 Cor. 3:9 divides all people into three categories. What are they?

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Lost, carnal, spiritual

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In 1 Cor. 3:15 Paul says while one might be saved, what could be totally in vain?

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Our work or lifetime of ministry

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13
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In 1 Cor. 3:16-17 Paul says we shouldn’t defile what? Why?

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Our body because it is the temple of God

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14
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In 1 Cor. 4:3-4 Paul says he doesn’t let two things judge him. What are they?

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Himself and others

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15
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According to Paul what judgment is decisive?

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God

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16
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In 1 Cor. 4:8 Paul shows the Corinthians thought they were better than who?

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The Apostles

17
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Why were some puffed up with pride according to Paul?

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Through man’s wisdom they didn’t think the Apostles were coming back

18
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What was the horrific case of immorality Paul addresses regarding one called a brother in Christ?

A

sleeping with his mother in law

19
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In 1 Cor. 5:6 Paul alludes to leaven defiling the whole lump. What does he mean?

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sin corrupting the whole church through their tolerance

20
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What type of fornicator (as well as others mentioned) does Paul say not to keep company with?

A

Willful sinners called brothers

21
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What two things does Paul say the Corinthians will judge that is greater than mere lawsuits?

A

Angels and the world.

22
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What were the two extremes regarding the body in Greek culture?

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Indulgence and rigorous asceticism.

23
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In what two ways are we to glorify God? What does this refute that is common today?

A

In both body and spirit. Refutes that the spiritual is all that matters

24
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Does Paul say divorce is never an option unless an unbeliever leaves a saved spouse? Explain.

A

No, he’s only addressing the questions at Corinth. Other scriptures show that adultery is permissible

25
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How does understanding that Paul is addressing specific issues regarding new converts asking whether they must leave an unsaved spouse lend clarity to Paul’s discussion on divorce here?

A

It’s not the only place in scripture that speaks to this subject.

26
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Does Paul endorse slavery in when addressing social status as Christians (1 Cor. 7:21)?

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No, your social statues shouldn’t hurt your witness no matter where you’re located

27
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Does Paul say a man can be saved by his wife’s life as a Christian? Explain.

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No, her Godly living can be a witness, but he must choose himself.

28
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How does the qualifier from 1 Cor. 7:26 speak to Paul saying it’s preferable not to marry?

A

Present distress

29
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Who does Paul say our rights to exercise Christian freedoms belong to?

A

To God

30
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If we have an attitude that says “I can do this no matter who it hurts…” who do we sin against? What will be the result?

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Christ and we will be lost