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FOLLOWING THE ORIGINAL AUTHOR'S INTENT AT THE PARAGRAPH LEVEL
This is a study guide commentary, which means that you are responsible for your own interpretation of the Bible. Each of us must walk in the light we have. You, the Bible, and the Holy Spirit are priority in interpretation. You must not relinquish this to a commentator.
Read the chapter in one sitting. Identify the subjects. Compare your subject divisions with the five modern translations. Paragraphing is not inspired, but it is the key to following the original author's intent, which is the heart of interpretation. Every paragraph has one and only one main subject.
1. First paragraph
2. Second paragraph
3. Third paragraph
4. Etc.
BRIEF OUTLINE OF CHAPTER 4
A. 1Co_4:1-5 deal with Christians judging and being judged.
B. 1Co_4:6-13 contrast the proud Corinthian leaders and true apostles.
C. In 1Co_4:14-21 Paul discusses his authority and travel plans in light of opponents' charges.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
This is a study guide commentary, which means that you are responsible for your own interpretation of the Bible. Each of us must walk in the light we have. You, the Bible, and the Holy Spirit are priority in interpretation. You must not relinquish this to a commentator.
These discussion questions are provided to help you think through the major issues of this section of the book. They are meant to be thought-provoking, not definitive.
1. Why are believers not to judge themselves nor allow others to do so? How does this relate to our Christian witness?
2. What does the paragraph, 1Co_4:6-13, say about the motives and lifestyle of modern ministers?
3. Define the term "Kingdom of God."
4. Identify and explain Paul's use of ironical sarcasm in this chapter.