Book of 1 Corinthians Leader Guide

Lead a 4-week Bible study on the Book of 1 Corinthians using Enter the Bible resources

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Book of 1 Corinthians Leader Guide

What's special about the Book of 1 Corinthians?

Paul writes to the Corinthians, directing them to approach their ethical dilemmas and resolve their interpersonal conflicts as members of the body of Christ.

When you download this Bible study leader guide from Enter the Bible, you'll receive insights on key passages as well as discussion questions to lead a four-week study.

This leader guide is informed by the scholarship of Dr. Mary Hinkle Shore, former Professor of New Testament at Luther Seminary and owner of Aging Life Care Partners.

What’s Inside

This guide introduces you to the Book of 1 Corinthians and can be adapted to suit your group's needs. With the resources below, you'll have the info and inspiration to lead with confidence.

Find commentaries on distinctive passages in the Book of 1 Corinthians, including the theological discussions on having the mind of Christ (1 Corinthians 2), the body as a temple (1 Corinthians 6), and the love chapter (1 Corinthians 13), along with other passages. Reflection questions for each week provide prompts to lead a robust discussion on these passages.

Consider opening and closing each study session with prayer. It's a chance to give thanks for those present, to lift up particular prayer requests, to grow deeper in faith and community, and to seek God's help in understanding and living out the message found in God's Word.

Each Leader Guide contains dozens of links to passages, books, articles, podcast episodes, videos, and other Luther Seminary digital resources that will enhance your understanding of this book of the Bible.

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Chelsey Sanford

Editorial Assistant, Enter the Bible, Luther Seminary

Chelsey Sanford, M.A., is the Editorial Assistant for Luther Seminary's Enter the Bible and a 2025 Master of Arts graduate from Luther Seminary.

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