This week, we will continue Paul’s letter to the Corinthian church, chapters 5-9. Don’t forget to check out the Rooted Facebook page for a bit more discussion on each chapter.

Discussion Questions:

• What value is there in church discipline? (1 Cor. 5:1-8)

• Why might one Christian sue another? (1 Cor. 6:1-6)

• Why does Paul recommend singleness? (1 Cor. 7:32-35)

• What is the issue with eating meat sacrificed to an idol? (1 Cor. 8) How might that relate to today?

• Why does Paul refer to not muzzling an ox treading grain? (1 Cor. 9:9)



Some Answers from Last Week's Questions:

• Who are Priscilla and Aquila? (Rom. 16:3-4) See also Acts 181-3 and Acts 18:24-26. - They were tent-making Jews from Rome, expelled by the Roman emperor Claudius, who had worked with Paul in Corinth and Ephesus.

• Why a crucified Messiah? (1 Cor. 1:21-25) – At least one reason is that it is foolish and/or offensive to the world. Faith is required.

• What does the Holy Spirit allow us to do? (1 Cor. 2:9-16) – To understand the things of God.

• What materials are you using to build your life? (1 Cor. 3:10-15) – This is a personal answer. Our hope and prayer is that we are building with materials that will last and will glorify Christ.

• What has God entrusted you with? And are you being a good steward of it? (1 Cor. 4:1-5) – This is also personal. We each have our own gifts, and we should be using them to their fullest.



Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank you for Your Word that continues to guide and shape my life. Teach me to live with integrity, humility, and love for others. Help me to use the freedom I have in Christ not simply for myself, but for the good of others. Give me wisdom in my relationships, grace when I find myself disagreeing with others, and a heart that seeks to honor You in all that I do. Continue Your transforming work in me, I want my life to reflect your love and the character of your Son Jesus. Amen

Helpful Resources:


• Rooted Facebook Group for online sharing and further exploration 

• Bible Project New Testament overview videos
• Bible Gateway, a Bible app with many translations and some other free helps
• A Clay Jar Devotionals