1 Corinthians
1 Corinthians 1-16
Dr. Lucy Peppiatt
Paul writes his first letter to the Corinthians to a specific group of people with unique challenges in their community. The letter touches on self-image, identity, pride, insecurity, sex, marriage, singleness, leadership, church gatherings, and theologies of man and woman. Explore the historical context, sociological background, and the key themes in Paul’s letter to the Corinthians and its applicability to followers of Jesus today.
13 Hours 30 Minutes
Module 1•Sessions 1-2Introduction to 1 CorinthiansDive into the setting, historical context, and cultural background of Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians.
Module 2•Sessions 3-4The Spirit and the Mature ChristianHow does Paul talk about conflict, the role of the Spirit, and maturity in the Christian life? Study the first four chapters of 1 Corinthians and see.
Module 3•Sessions 5-7Sexuality, Singleness, and MarriageExplore how Paul's view of the Church as a body relates to his ideas about sexuality, marriage, and singleness.
Module 4•Sessions 8-10Food Sacrifices, Freedom, and the Lord’s SupperExamine the different practices followers of Jesus engage in and the impact these practices have on the people around them.
Module 5•Sessions 11-12Spiritual Gifts and LoveHow does Paul frame spiritual gifts and their purpose? What are the implications for the contemporary Church? Explore 1 Corinthians 12-13 to find out!
Module 6•Sessions 13-15Tongues and ProphecyWhat is Paul’s perspective on tongues and prophecy, and why does he single them out in this chapter? Jump in and find out!
Module 7•Sessions 16-18The Puzzle of Head CoveringsExamine the complexities and obscurities of Paul’s text on women and head coverings.
Module 8•Sessions 19-23The Resurrection and Christian FaithWhat is the essence of the Gospel? And why is the resurrection important for the Christian faith? See what Paul has to teach us in 1 Corinthians 15.
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