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1 Corinthians 15:1-11 ESV
Now I would remind you, brothers, of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, in which you stand, 2 and by which you are being saved, if you hold fast to the word I preached to you—unless you believed in vain. 3 For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, 4 that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures, 5 and that he appeared to Cephas, then to the twelve. 6 Then he appeared to more than five hundred brothers at one time, most of whom are still alive, though some have fallen asleep. 7 Then he appeared to James, then to all the apostles. 8 Last of all, as to one untimely born, he appeared also to me. 9 For I am the least of the apostles, unworthy to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God. 10 But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me was not in vain. On the contrary, I worked harder than any of them, though it was not I, but the grace of God that is with me. 11 Whether then it was I or they, so we preach and so you believed.
Sermon Discussion Guide
Big Idea:
Paul reminds us that it is but by the grace of God that we receive the gospel message. He also reveals the dynamic change in his life after he encounters Jesus’ grace. The grace we have received is precious, and it is that grace at work in our lives that should cause us to bring glory to God!
THOUGHTS FROM THE SERMON
Read 1 Corinthians 15:1-11. What stood out to you in the reading?
How were you impacted by the message this week?
What was Paul’s message to the Corinthians and us today? Why do we need to be reminded of this truth?
What evidence do we see in Paul’s life that shows that his encounter with Jesus changed him? Talk about how that same grace and encounter with Jesus has changed your life.
How does Paul’s testimony magnify God’s grace?
Why is remembering who you once were impactful as you live a grace-filled life?
What is your personal testimony? Why is it important to share it with others?
NOTES
PERSONAL REFLECTION
When you hear “but by the grace of God” what comes to mind?
Why is it essential for us to reflect on this truth continually?
How has God’s grace transformed you as you reflect on your life?
Is there someone you have wanted to share the gospel with? If so, tell them your story and about your encounter with God’s grace.
How could you apply what you learned from the sermon to your life today?
How can your group hold you accountable this week? How can they encourage you?
DEEPER
Pray: Take time this week to pray for each member individually. At your next meeting, follow up with each other’s prayer requests.
Write: Write out 1 Corinthians 15:10. Take time to reflect on this passage. Visit The Gate to view the sermon manuscript to review the message.
Sing: Visit Songs for the Weekend Gate article and listen to the worship songs from Sunday throughout the week. Look up the lyrics to each song and spend some time reading them as well.
Memorize: As a Life Group, pick a few verses from the sermon and memorize them this week. (1 Corinthians 15:1-11; Isaiah 53:1-6; Acts 2:22-32)
Love: How can your group show the love of Christ to our community in the coming month?
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