1 CORINTHIANS

Scripture in Community

 

Explore 1 Corinthians at Your Own Pace

Throughout this series, we want to do more than simply hear from 1 Corinthians on Sunday mornings. We want to spend time with Scripture together—reading it, talking about it, asking questions, and allowing God to use it to shape us.

 

But that won’t look the same for everyone.

 

You may be opening 1 Corinthians for the first time, or you may be ready to spend hours studying its history, context, and theology. Wherever you are, there’s a way to engage.

 

We’ve gathered a handful of trusted resources to help you take your next step. You don’t need to use them all. Choose the level that fits your curiosity, available time, and desired investment—and come back anytime you’re ready to go further.

Begin Here

Accessible resources for anyone who wants to better understand 1 Corinthians and begin engaging the letter for themselves.

 

New to 1 Corinthians? Start here.

 

Guide to 1 Corinthians — BibleProject
A visual and accessible introduction to the structure, themes, and big ideas of 1 Corinthians. If you choose just one resource to help you understand the letter, we’d recommend starting here.

 

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Learn How to Read New Testament Letters

1 Corinthians wasn’t originally written as a book or theological textbook—it was a letter written to real people facing real issues. These two short BibleProject videos can help you understand how to read New Testament letters with that in mind.

 

Historical Context
Discover why understanding the people, culture, and circumstances behind a New Testament letter matters.

 

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Literary Context
Learn how following the flow and structure of a New Testament letter can help you better understand what its authors are communicating.

 

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Read 1 Corinthians for Yourself

One of the best ways to engage 1 Corinthians is simply to read it. Choose a pace that works for you.

 

Our Recommendation: 16 Days — Lectio Style
Slow down and spend time reflecting on smaller portions of the letter each day.

 

[Start the 16-Day Plan →]

 

Or choose another pace:

 

8 Days → A quicker journey through the letter
30 Days → A slower, month-long reading
7 Weeks → A SOAP-based approach for extended reflection

How to Read the Bible Course

Have you ever opened the Bible and wondered, What am I supposed to do with this? Maybe you want to read Scripture more consistently, but you’re not sure where to start. Or maybe you’ve been reading the Bible for years and want to grow in how you understand and engage with it.

 

How to Read the Bible is a four-week course designed to help you read Scripture with greater confidence. Together, we’ll explore what the Bible is, the story it tells, how to read it well, and why it was always meant to be read in community. Along the way, we’ll use 1 Corinthians as a practical case study and learn tools and habits you can continue using long after the course ends.

 

You don’t need any special Bible knowledge or experience. Whether Scripture feels familiar, confusing, intimidating, or completely new, this course is a place to learn, ask questions, and take a next step.

Dig Deeper

Ready for more? These resources add historical background, context, and pastoral explanation while remaining accessible to most readers.

 

1 Corinthians Overview
Want to better understand the world behind the letter? We’ve put together an accessible overview of the history, setting, major themes, and circumstances surrounding 1 Corinthians.

1 Corinthians for Everyone
N.T. Wright
An approachable companion to 1 Corinthians that walks through the letter section by section and connects Paul’s words with everyday life. A great resource to read alongside the series.

How to Read New Testament Letters
BibleProject Podcast
Want to understand more about how letters like 1 Corinthians work? This 10-episode podcast series explores the history, literary design, and interpretive challenges of reading New Testament letters.

Go Further

 

For those who want to invest significant time studying the language, theology, historical setting, and interpretation of 1 Corinthians.

 

1 Corinthians — BibleProject Classroom
A 13.5-hour course taught by theologian Lucy Peppiatt exploring Paul’s letter in depth, including its historical setting, major theological questions, and implications for the church.

 

[Explore the Course →]

 

1 Corinthians: A Shorter Exegetical and Pastoral Commentary — Anthony Thiselton
A detailed commentary for those looking for more serious study of the text while still maintaining a pastoral focus.

 

[Find the Commentary →]

Start Where You Are

There isn’t a right amount of study you need to do during this series. The goal isn’t to complete every resource on this page.

Start where you are. Choose what is helpful. And allow Scripture to become something we engage not only on Sundays, but together throughout the week.