1 Corinthians 15:20-34 | Bible Study Questions
Observation
What does it say?
- Observe the contrast between verse 20 & V:13 &16.
- Observe the title given to Christ in these verses?
- These verses make a comparison between whom? Identify them.
- What are the results of Adam's actions, and what are the results of Christ's actions, according to the text?
- Observe who will be made alive & when?
- What event marks "the end"? (V:24-26)
- Observe & list emphatic statements in these texts?
- Observe any warnings or cautionary advice in the text?
- Observe any commands in the text?
- What elements of the gospel message are highlighted in these verses?
INTERPRETATION
What does it mean?
- What does it mean for Christ to be the "firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep"? (1 Corinthians 15:20,23)
- Discuss the theological contrast between the consequences of Adam's sin and the redemptive work of Christ. (1 Corinthians 15:21-22)
- Break down the resurrection sequence in verse 23. How does this specific ordering contribute to our understanding of the end times? (1 Corinthians 15:23-26)
- Discuss the theological reasons for Christ's subjection to God the Father, and how it informs our understanding of the Trinity. (1 Corinthians 15:27-28)
- Why does Paul connect the denial of resurrection with sinning and a lack of knowledge of God?
APPLICATION
How should it change us?
- In what ways does this passage challenge our perspective on death and loss?
- Paul warns against bad company. How do you evaluate the influence of the people you spend time with?
- Pray inline with the learning from this passage.
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1 Corinthians 15:20-34 | Bible Study Questions
Observation
What does it say?
- Observe the contrast between verse 20 & V:13 &16.
- Observe the title given to Christ in these verses?
- These verses make a comparison between whom? Identify them.
- What are the results of Adam's actions, and what are the results of Christ's actions, according to the text?
- Observe who will be made alive & when?
- What event marks "the end"? (V:24-26)
- Observe & list emphatic statements in these texts?
- Observe any warnings or cautionary advice in the text?
- Observe any commands in the text?
- What elements of the gospel message are highlighted in these verses?
INTERPRETATION
What does it mean?
- What does it mean for Christ to be the "firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep"? (1 Corinthians 15:20,23)
- Discuss the theological contrast between the consequences of Adam's sin and the redemptive work of Christ. (1 Corinthians 15:21-22)
- Break down the resurrection sequence in verse 23. How does this specific ordering contribute to our understanding of the end times? (1 Corinthians 15:23-26)
- Discuss the theological reasons for Christ's subjection to God the Father, and how it informs our understanding of the Trinity. (1 Corinthians 15:27-28)
- Why does Paul connect the denial of resurrection with sinning and a lack of knowledge of God?
APPLICATION
How should it change us?
- In what ways does this passage challenge our perspective on death and loss?
- Paul warns against bad company. How do you evaluate the influence of the people you spend time with?
- Pray inline with the learning from this passage.