1 Corinthians 8
Chapter 8 introduces a running theme that will continue through chapter 14,
love should be seen as the guiding principle for the use of knowledge and
freedom.
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Section 10
Summary: Chapter 8 introduces a running theme that will continue through chapter 14,
love should be seen as the guiding principle for the use of knowledge and
freedom.
The issue in particular discussed in chapter 8 is food sacrificed to idols. With new
believers from a background of Greek idolatry, it is understandable that this question
would emerge since people ate food that was offered to idols regularly.
Paul makes it clear that the food offered to an idol is not in any way tainted or
spiritually dangerous. That being said, some people might mistake the eating of
sacrificial food as a sign that it is okay to continue to practice idolatry as a Christian.
Some people would rather play it safe and avoid eating the food offered to an idol.
Paul says that whatever choice someone makes with regard to eating this food, they
should do so with the spiritual wellbeing of others in mind.
Questions for Reflection/Discussion:
-What is your personal feeling about the spiritual power of food offered to a false god?
-How does what Paul says in chapter 8 agree or differ with how you feel about it?
-What are ways that you could yield a right you have for the benefit of others?
1 Corinthians 8 Instructions
Section 10
Summary: Chapter 8 introduces a running theme that will continue through chapter 14,
love should be seen as the guiding principle for the use of knowledge and
freedom.
The issue in particular discussed in chapter 8 is food sacrificed to idols. With new
believers from a background of Greek idolatry, it is understandable that this question
would emerge since people ate food that was offered to idols regularly.
Paul makes it clear that the food offered to an idol is not in any way tainted or
spiritually dangerous. That being said, some people might mistake the eating of
sacrificial food as a sign that it is okay to continue to practice idolatry as a Christian.
Some people would rather play it safe and avoid eating the food offered to an idol.
Paul says that whatever choice someone makes with regard to eating this food, they
should do so with the spiritual wellbeing of others in mind.
Questions for Reflection/Discussion:
-What is your personal feeling about the spiritual power of food offered to a false god?
-How does what Paul says in chapter 8 agree or differ with how you feel about it?
-What are ways that you could yield a right you have for the benefit of others?