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What does Paul emphasize regarding the relationship between men and women in marriage?
What does Paul emphasize regarding the relationship between men and women in marriage?
- Mutuality and equality are essential in relationships. (correct)
- Women should remain celibate in spiritual devotion.
- Marriage is an unnecessary institution for Christians.
- There is a hierarchy where men hold authority over women.
What is one of the slogans used by the Corinthian faction that Paul is responding to?
What is one of the slogans used by the Corinthian faction that Paul is responding to?
- Freedom in Christ means no moral boundaries.
- It is good for a man not to touch a woman. (correct)
- Marriage is essential for all Christians.
- Sex should be reserved only for procreation.
How does Paul approach the concept of sexual relations among different groups?
How does Paul approach the concept of sexual relations among different groups?
- He consistently promotes celibacy for all.
- He alternates arguments to address concerns of both men and women. (correct)
- He emphasizes strict control and discipline over physical desires.
- He discourages any form of sexual relations.
What underlying expectation influences Paul's advice about marriage and relationships?
What underlying expectation influences Paul's advice about marriage and relationships?
Which of the following best represents Paul's view on marriage and sexual relations as indicated in the passage?
Which of the following best represents Paul's view on marriage and sexual relations as indicated in the passage?
What is Paul's stance on sexual relationships within marriage?
What is Paul's stance on sexual relationships within marriage?
What does Paul say about changing one's marital status after becoming a Christian?
What does Paul say about changing one's marital status after becoming a Christian?
In what situation does Paul allow for the cessation of sexual relations in marriage?
In what situation does Paul allow for the cessation of sexual relations in marriage?
How does Paul advise Christians married to unbelievers?
How does Paul advise Christians married to unbelievers?
What was the cultural context regarding divorce that Paul acknowledges?
What was the cultural context regarding divorce that Paul acknowledges?
What does Paul emphasize about the significance of circumcision?
What does Paul emphasize about the significance of circumcision?
What does Paul mean by saying, 'Stay as you are' to widows and widowers?
What does Paul mean by saying, 'Stay as you are' to widows and widowers?
What overarching guideline does Paul set for believers in various life situations?
What overarching guideline does Paul set for believers in various life situations?
What is stated regarding a husband's duty to his wife?
What is stated regarding a husband's duty to his wife?
Which of the following is true about unmarried individuals according to the passage?
Which of the following is true about unmarried individuals according to the passage?
What does the phrase 'grace plus zero' imply in the context of Paul's teaching?
What does the phrase 'grace plus zero' imply in the context of Paul's teaching?
What does Paul recommend if an individual cannot control their passions?
What does Paul recommend if an individual cannot control their passions?
Which statement about the spirituality of the Corinthians is true?
Which statement about the spirituality of the Corinthians is true?
How does Paul convey the relationship between exercising spiritual gifts and grieving the Holy Spirit?
How does Paul convey the relationship between exercising spiritual gifts and grieving the Holy Spirit?
What provision does Paul provide for married believers regarding separation?
What provision does Paul provide for married believers regarding separation?
In the context of marriages involving an unbelieving spouse, what does Paul emphasize?
In the context of marriages involving an unbelieving spouse, what does Paul emphasize?
What issue does Paul primarily address regarding head coverings?
What issue does Paul primarily address regarding head coverings?
How does Paul address the distribution of authority in a marriage?
How does Paul address the distribution of authority in a marriage?
Which aspect of the Corinthian church does Paul emphasize as problematic?
Which aspect of the Corinthian church does Paul emphasize as problematic?
What key concept does Paul suggest is necessary alongside spiritual gifts?
What key concept does Paul suggest is necessary alongside spiritual gifts?
What is the purpose of marital intimacy as described in the passage?
What is the purpose of marital intimacy as described in the passage?
According to the passage, what happens if an unbeliever chooses to leave the marriage?
According to the passage, what happens if an unbeliever chooses to leave the marriage?
What does the phrase 'using spiritual gifts is no indication of spirituality' suggest?
What does the phrase 'using spiritual gifts is no indication of spirituality' suggest?
What does Paul imply about God's use of imperfect vessels?
What does Paul imply about God's use of imperfect vessels?
What is the primary argument Paul makes against the slogan 'All things are lawful for me'?
What is the primary argument Paul makes against the slogan 'All things are lawful for me'?
How does Paul respond to the slogan 'Food for the stomach and stomach for food'?
How does Paul respond to the slogan 'Food for the stomach and stomach for food'?
What misconception do the Corinthians hold about their freedom, according to Paul?
What misconception do the Corinthians hold about their freedom, according to Paul?
In discussing dietary practices, what does Paul emphasize regarding actions that may cause others to stumble?
In discussing dietary practices, what does Paul emphasize regarding actions that may cause others to stumble?
What theological key concept does Paul imply concerning physical actions and their moral implications?
What theological key concept does Paul imply concerning physical actions and their moral implications?
Which of the following best describes the Corinthian mindset that Paul argues against?
Which of the following best describes the Corinthian mindset that Paul argues against?
What significant point does Paul make regarding being 'mastered' by desires?
What significant point does Paul make regarding being 'mastered' by desires?
What underlying assumption of the Corinthians does Paul aim to confront in his rebuttals?
What underlying assumption of the Corinthians does Paul aim to confront in his rebuttals?
What is the primary reason given for considering marriage instead of choosing to remain single?
What is the primary reason given for considering marriage instead of choosing to remain single?
How does the speaker view the dignity and value of singleness?
How does the speaker view the dignity and value of singleness?
What motivation did Paul's teaching on marriage and singleness emphasize?
What motivation did Paul's teaching on marriage and singleness emphasize?
What perspective does the speaker offer about single individuals involved in missions?
What perspective does the speaker offer about single individuals involved in missions?
What does the speaker imply about societal perceptions of single individuals?
What does the speaker imply about societal perceptions of single individuals?
How does the speaker position those who are single and wish to get married?
How does the speaker position those who are single and wish to get married?
What is said about the contributions of single women in mission work?
What is said about the contributions of single women in mission work?
What can be inferred about the speaker's friend who serves on the mission field?
What can be inferred about the speaker's friend who serves on the mission field?
Paul encourages couples in marriage to prioritize individual desires over mutual obligations.
Paul encourages couples in marriage to prioritize individual desires over mutual obligations.
According to Paul, it is acceptable for Christians married to unbelievers to initiate divorce based on sexual relations.
According to Paul, it is acceptable for Christians married to unbelievers to initiate divorce based on sexual relations.
Paul's instruction to stay in one's current marital situation reflects a broader principle of acceptance of life circumstances.
Paul's instruction to stay in one's current marital situation reflects a broader principle of acceptance of life circumstances.
Circumcision is considered by Paul to have no real significance for believers in their relationship with God.
Circumcision is considered by Paul to have no real significance for believers in their relationship with God.
Paul posits that couples should cease sexual relations as they await the return of the Lord.
Paul posits that couples should cease sexual relations as they await the return of the Lord.
Paul's teachings suggest that men have all the rights to initiate divorce in marriage, irrespective of cultural context.
Paul's teachings suggest that men have all the rights to initiate divorce in marriage, irrespective of cultural context.
Married Christians are encouraged by Paul to prioritize their spiritual commitments above their marital commitments.
Married Christians are encouraged by Paul to prioritize their spiritual commitments above their marital commitments.
Paul believes that one's marital status significantly impacts their spiritual position in Christ.
Paul believes that one's marital status significantly impacts their spiritual position in Christ.
Women in Corinth believed that uncovering their heads indicated they were hookers.
Women in Corinth believed that uncovering their heads indicated they were hookers.
Paul's concern regarding head coverings only applies to the women in Corinth.
Paul's concern regarding head coverings only applies to the women in Corinth.
Paul praises women in ministry for actively engaging in church activities without any concerns.
Paul praises women in ministry for actively engaging in church activities without any concerns.
Paul advocates for throwing out all sinners from the church.
Paul advocates for throwing out all sinners from the church.
The distinction between the sexes became blurred due to the behavior of the 'eschatological women' in Corinth.
The distinction between the sexes became blurred due to the behavior of the 'eschatological women' in Corinth.
Having one's hair down was considered inappropriate as it was likened to engaging in bedroom activities.
Having one's hair down was considered inappropriate as it was likened to engaging in bedroom activities.
Paul is particularly angry with the rich members of the Corinthian church for their behavior in lawsuits.
Paul is particularly angry with the rich members of the Corinthian church for their behavior in lawsuits.
According to Paul, it is acceptable for members of the church to take their disputes to secular courts.
According to Paul, it is acceptable for members of the church to take their disputes to secular courts.
The head of every woman is Christ according to the hierarchy Paul describes.
The head of every woman is Christ according to the hierarchy Paul describes.
The Corinthian leadership viewed the situation with the incestuous man as a serious problem.
The Corinthian leadership viewed the situation with the incestuous man as a serious problem.
Nine women in ministry with Paul were part of the problem addressed in Corinth.
Nine women in ministry with Paul were part of the problem addressed in Corinth.
Uncovering one's head in prayer or prophesy was seen as a way of dishonoring their head.
Uncovering one's head in prayer or prophesy was seen as a way of dishonoring their head.
Paul believes that the love of money is less concerning than money itself.
Paul believes that the love of money is less concerning than money itself.
Paul's teachings regarding lawsuits stem from a personal vendetta against the rich.
Paul's teachings regarding lawsuits stem from a personal vendetta against the rich.
The public perception of lawsuits in Corinth showed a strong bias towards the rich.
The public perception of lawsuits in Corinth showed a strong bias towards the rich.
Paul encourages the Corinthian church to maintain their social hierarchies.
Paul encourages the Corinthian church to maintain their social hierarchies.
Paul's rhetorical styles include a method known as a diatribe, where he states an issue and then presents a rebuttal.
Paul's rhetorical styles include a method known as a diatribe, where he states an issue and then presents a rebuttal.
Paul often uses the conjunction 'but' to introduce negative outcomes in his writings.
Paul often uses the conjunction 'but' to introduce negative outcomes in his writings.
Paul takes on the position of a fool in his speeches to highlight the absurdity of certain arguments.
Paul takes on the position of a fool in his speeches to highlight the absurdity of certain arguments.
The phrase 'therefore' in Paul's writings indicates a shift to a completely unrelated topic.
The phrase 'therefore' in Paul's writings indicates a shift to a completely unrelated topic.
Paul's use of the phrase 'do you not know?' conveys a sense of surprise or horror regarding the listeners' lack of understanding.
Paul's use of the phrase 'do you not know?' conveys a sense of surprise or horror regarding the listeners' lack of understanding.
One of Paul's famous rhetorical techniques involves employing questions without expecting any answers.
One of Paul's famous rhetorical techniques involves employing questions without expecting any answers.
In Paul's writings, the structure of arguments usually follows a pattern starting with support statements leading to a slogan.
In Paul's writings, the structure of arguments usually follows a pattern starting with support statements leading to a slogan.
Paul primarily uses literary structures from modern literature to convey his ideas.
Paul primarily uses literary structures from modern literature to convey his ideas.
The strong believe that gods reside in the meat.
The strong believe that gods reside in the meat.
New Christians often feel comfortable consuming meat sacrificed to idols.
New Christians often feel comfortable consuming meat sacrificed to idols.
Paul argues that knowledge alone can lead to arrogance among believers.
Paul argues that knowledge alone can lead to arrogance among believers.
Eating food sacrificed to idols has no impact on one's relationship with God.
Eating food sacrificed to idols has no impact on one's relationship with God.
Those with a weak conscience believe idols are real and thus feel defiled when eating sacrificial food.
Those with a weak conscience believe idols are real and thus feel defiled when eating sacrificial food.
Paul suggests that a stronger believer should disregard the feelings of weaker believers.
Paul suggests that a stronger believer should disregard the feelings of weaker believers.
Paul believes that causing a weak brother or sister to fall into sin is not a significant issue.
Paul believes that causing a weak brother or sister to fall into sin is not a significant issue.
The poor in the church often consume meat on a regular basis.
The poor in the church often consume meat on a regular basis.
Paul teaches that knowledge puffs up and makes people arrogant while love builds up.
Paul teaches that knowledge puffs up and makes people arrogant while love builds up.
Paul believes that the gods mentioned by the Corinthians are real and have an influence on the meat that is eaten.
Paul believes that the gods mentioned by the Corinthians are real and have an influence on the meat that is eaten.
The statement 'whoever loves God is known by God' indicates that love is essential for being recognized by God.
The statement 'whoever loves God is known by God' indicates that love is essential for being recognized by God.
Paul considers the wealthy Corinthians to be less knowledgeable than the poorer members of the church.
Paul considers the wealthy Corinthians to be less knowledgeable than the poorer members of the church.
The phrase 'An idol is nothing' suggests that Paul recognizes the existence of deities outside of the one God.
The phrase 'An idol is nothing' suggests that Paul recognizes the existence of deities outside of the one God.
Paul advocates for unrestricted eating practices regardless of the spiritual implications.
Paul advocates for unrestricted eating practices regardless of the spiritual implications.
According to Paul, having knowledge means a person is automatically esteemed by God.
According to Paul, having knowledge means a person is automatically esteemed by God.
Paul's argument is diplomatic as he seeks to avoid offending the Corinthians while addressing their beliefs about food.
Paul's argument is diplomatic as he seeks to avoid offending the Corinthians while addressing their beliefs about food.
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Flashcards
Corinthian view on marriage
Corinthian view on marriage
Some Corinthians believed that abstaining from sex was virtuous, while others thought everything was permissible.
Paul's response to Corinthians' slogans
Paul's response to Corinthians' slogans
Paul addressed Corinthians’ contrasting views on marriage and sex, emphasizing that his advice is context-dependent and tied to the approaching end times.
Paul's view on marriage
Paul's view on marriage
Paul viewed marriage as permissible and mutually beneficial between genders, but with a caveat based on the understanding of Jesus' imminent return.
Eschatological perspective
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Staying in one's calling
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Paul's audience
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Marital duty (v. 3)
Marital duty (v. 3)
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Body ownership (v. 4)
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Paul's perspective on sexual abstinence (v. 1)
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Marriage and prayer (v. 5)
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Divorce for non-believers (v. 12)
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Divorce for believers (v. 10)
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Staying in one's calling (v. 20)
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Paul's advice to the married
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Paul's advice to the widowed
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Paul's advice to those considering divorce
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Paul's approach to divorce
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Paul's advice to those married to unbelievers
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Paul's advice on marriage before the end times
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Paul's emphasis on staying as you are
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Paul's emphasis on keeping God's commands
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Grace plus zero
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Paul's correction
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Spiritual gifts vs. spirituality
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God using imperfect vessels
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Cultural violation in Corinth
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Paul's focus on Corinthian problems
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Following the principles
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Paul's view on singleness
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Singleness and mission
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The value of single women
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Avoiding marginalizing singles
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Single women and mission
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The benefits of singleness
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Singleness and personal choice
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Corinthian Slogans
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Paul's Rebuttal
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Grace and Freedom
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What is Lawful vs. Beneficial
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Being Mastered
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Stumbling Block
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Theological Key
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Sophisticated Theology
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Paul on Sexual Relations in Marriage
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Paul's Response to Divorce
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Paul's Advice to Mixed Marriages
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Paul's View on Marriage Before the End Times
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Paul's Focus on Staying As You Are
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Paul on Keeping God's Commands
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Paul's View on Staying in One's Calling
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Paul's Understanding of Circumcision
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Church for Sinners
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Paul's Problem with Corinthian Leadership
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Contextual Theology
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Paul's View on Wealth
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Shame and the Gospel
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Paul as a Task Theologian
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Underlying Principles
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Paul's Focus on the End Times
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Knowledge vs. Love
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Does God Know You?
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Idols are Nothing
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Freedom and Responsibility
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Paul's Rhetorical Styles
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Paul's 'Therefore'
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Paul's 'So Then'
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Paul's 'But'
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Paul's 'Fool Speech'
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Paul's Slogans
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The Weak and the Strong
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Meat Sacrificed to Idols
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Rich vs. Poor
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Is God Knowable?
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Paul's Apocalyptic Perspective
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Staying in Your Calling
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Mutuality in Marriage
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Circumcision: Outward vs. Inward
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Stumbling Block Principle
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Love Builds Up, Knowledge Puffs Up
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Legalism vs. Stumbling Block
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Rich vs. Poor in Corinth
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What is Paul's response to the Corinthian slogans?
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What are 'stumbling blocks'?
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Why does Paul emphasize 'staying in your calling'?
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What does Paul mean by 'mutuality in marriage'?
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According to Paul, what is the ultimate goal of the Christian life?
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What is Paul's view on circumcision?
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Why does Paul say that the church is 'for sinners'?
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Why does Paul condemn the Corinthian leadership?
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What were the 'strong' in Corinth?
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What were the 'weak' in Corinth?
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What was the class issue in Corinth?
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What did Paul say about idols?
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Is knowledge enough?
Is knowledge enough?
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What's the key point about freedom in Christ?
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Why did Paul emphasize staying in your current situation?
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What is Paul's apocalyptic perspective?
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Sacrificed Meat
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Rights vs. Love
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End Times Perspective
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Study Notes
1 Corinthians Lesson 3
- Topic: Marriage
- Problem #5: Corinthian excesses, pushing Paul's doctrine of freedom beyond limits; responding to Corinthian questions.
- Slogan: "It is good for a man not to touch a woman".
- Factions: Eschatological people (likely women), considered "too spiritual" for sexual relations.
- Paul's Response: Alternates between male and female arguments, makes no difference between the sexes, emphasizes mutuality between the sexes.
- Advice to various groups: married, unmarried (widows/widowers), those thinking of divorce, those married to an unbeliever, circumcised/uncircumcised; slave/free.
- Specific groups: engaged to be married, virgins-engaged, singles, fathers, widows and widowers.
- Main points: Forbids depriving a spouse of sexual relations, except in agreed cases.
- Focus on mutuality and healthy relationships within marriage (not a problem addressed by Corinthians).
- Emphasis on mutual submission, not on one-sided privilege.
- Paul's perspective: apocalyptic, expecting the Lord's return.
- Guidance: "Stay in the place you were called".
- No anti-woman, marriage, or anti-sex stance.
Problem #6: On Being a Stumbling Block
- Issue: Division among Corinthians regarding eating meat offered to idols.
- Corinthian positions: "strong" (believing it was permissible) and "weak" (believing it was wrong).
- Weak concern: meat may be contaminated by pagan gods.
- Concern: threatened by the general rules on food, drink, and sexuality.
- Knowledge vs. Love: knowledge puffs up, love edifies.
- Understanding: idols are nothing; there is one God.
- Some people are still so accustomed to idols that they think the meat is sacrificed to a god.
- Conscience is weak and is defiled.
- Food does not bring us closer to God, we are no worse if we do not eat, and no better if we do.
- The exercise of rights mustn't become a stumbling block to the weak.
- Paul's response: If eating meat causes a weak brother/sister to fall into sin, I will never eat meat again.
- Context: Sacrifice to idols was common in Corinthian culture. Rituals were part of daily life.
Problem #7: Women in Worship
- Issue: Women abusing cultural norms by praying with uncovered heads.
- Women thought they were already spiritual and didn't need to cover their heads.
- Uncovered hair = viewed as "bedroom activity".
- Distinctions between the sexes blurred, considered scandalous.
- Paul's Response: Women should cover their heads when praying or prophesying.
- Men are the image and glory of God, women are the glory of man.
- Women came from man, not vice versa.
- God created men and women as equals, with unique differences.
- Distinctions between men and women should be honored, but functional equality should be emphasized.
- Cultural context: women praying with uncovered heads was considered a problem in the society of Corinth.
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Explore the insights and teachings of Paul regarding marriage, sexual relations, and the expectations within relationships as outlined in his letters. This quiz delves into key principles Paul emphasizes, including his views on marital status and the significance of faith in relationships.
