Midterm

Question 1

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?

Answer 1

They forgot that they were called to be saints or holy ones

Question 2

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

Answer 2

Called out ones

Question 3

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

Answer 3

God our Father and the Name Jesus Christ. We receive grace and peace only though both

Question 4

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

Answer 4

Chloe. We should tell leaders what we know

Question 5

What was the division at Corinth centered on?

Answer 5

Preacher religion

Question 6

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

Answer 6

He did not want their faith to be in men

Question 7

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

Answer 7

No. He is saying that Jesus didn’t address this specific issue in his teachings. Paul is speaking from his authority as an apostle

Question 8

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

Answer 8

The carnal man

Question 9

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

Answer 9

It does not help the church it only mars it

Question 10

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

Answer 10

1. Lost
2. Spiritual
3. Carnal

Question 11

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

Answer 11

Lifetime of ministry

Question 12

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

Answer 12

Our body because it is the temple of God

Question 13

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

Answer 13

1. Himself

2. Others

Question 14

According to Paul what judgment is decisive?

Answer 14

Only God’s

Question 15

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

Answer 15

The Apostles

Question 16

Why were some puffed up with pride according to Paul?

Answer 16

They thought Paul would not return

Question 17

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

Answer 17

A man sleeping with his mother-in-law

Question 18

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

Answer 18

The sin they have refused to deal with has crept into the church due to their tolerance

Question 19

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

Answer 19

One called a brother

Question 20

How is the the Greek word “malakoi” in 1 Cor. 6:9 best translated into English, and why do most modern translations (including the NKJV) get this wrong?

Answer 20

It literally means “soft”. A lot of translations translate it to “homosexuality” but it really means soft or effeminate.

Question 21

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

Answer 21

The world and angels

Question 22

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

Answer 22

Rigorous aestheticism and indulgence

Question 23

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

Answer 23

With our body and spirit. The spiritual is all that matters not what is on the outside.

Question 24

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

Answer 24

No. He is only answering the question that Corinth asked. Other portions of scripture shows adultery is permissible as well.

Question 25

How does the 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?

Answer 25

Its not the only place scripture speaks to this subject

Question 26

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

Answer 26

No. Social status doesn’t hurt us witnessing. By our lifestyle he even says taking freedom is good if one can

Question 27

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

Answer 27

No. He is saying staying is the best chance for your spouse to be converted

Question 28

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

Answer 28

He only meant in that distress. He is not against marriage

Question 29

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

Answer 29

To God

Question 30

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?

Answer 30

We sin against Christ and we will be lost