When Worship Becomes About Us (And God Says No) | 1 Corinthians 11
The Daily + Weekly by Vince Miller
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Show Notes
In 1 Corinthians 11, Paul confronts believers who gathered for worship but brought their preferences instead of reverence. A study by Vince Miller.
SUMMARYYou were made to worship.But what happens when worship becomes about your preferences instead of God's design?
In this study of 1 Corinthians 11, Paul confronts believers who gathered in God's name—yet distorted worship through contention, selfishness, and cultural accommodation.
REFLECTION & SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION QUESTIONS-
Where do you see the tension between cultural preference and biblical design showing up in today's church?
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In what ways can "reasonable questions" actually mask resistance to God's authority?
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Why does Paul ground his argument in God's established order before addressing behavior?
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How does 1 Corinthians 11 challenge modern assumptions about autonomy and self-expression?
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What is the difference between healthy theological curiosity and contentiousness?
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How can preference subtly replace reverence in corporate worship?
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What does it mean to "examine yourself" before participating in worship or the Lord's Supper?
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Why is unity essential to true worship according to this chapter?
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How should the reality of God's discipline shape our posture toward worship?
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What practical step can you take this week to submit more fully to God's design in worship, marriage, or church life?