1 & 2 Corinthians Companion Guide: 8 Daily Readings, Maps, Diagrams (PDF)

Understanding 1 & 2 Corinthians: A Companion Guide and Reading Plan

Seminary-level insight, made accessible for busy adults. The church in Corinth was gifted, lively, and deeply troubled. It was divided into factions, confused about freedom and holiness, and arguing over worship, spiritual gifts, and the resurrection. Paul’s two letters to this church give us some of the most loved passages in Scripture: the love chapter (1 Corinthians 13), the resurrection chapter (1 Corinthians 15), and “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” This guide helps you understand both letters and the relationship behind them.

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WHAT YOU GET
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40-page illustrated PDF guide covering both letters
10+ visuals, maps, and diagrams
8 guided daily readings (Readings 328–335 of a 365-day plan through the whole Bible)
Free bonus: access to the online Arc of Scripture, an interactive historical map of the biblical narrative

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INSIDE THE GUIDE
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At a Glance: a one-page fact sheet for both letters
Part I · Introduction: the big picture and the letters’ place in Scripture
Part II · Keys to Understanding: the historical, cultural, and literary context
Part III · Guided Walk-Through: passage-by-passage guidance for every reading
Part IV · Conclusion: key truths to remember and a bridge to Galatians
Appendix A · Reading Plan: all 365 readings in one plan through the whole Bible

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9 KEYS TO UNDERSTANDING
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A. Corinth: A Prosperous and Divided City
B. Paul Founded the Church in Corinth
C. Two Letters, Two Stages of a Relationship
D. The Central Question and the Standard of the Cross
E. The Major Problems in 1 Corinthians
F. Love Is the Heart of the Letter
G. Strength Through Weakness
H. Reconciliation
I. Reading Both Letters Through Christ

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WHY 1 & 2 CORINTHIANS MATTER
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Corinth was a wealthy, crowded port city where status, eloquence, and success were everything, much like our own culture. Into that world Paul preached “Christ crucified,” a message that turned the city’s values upside down. 1 Corinthians shows Paul answering real problems in a real church: divisions, sexual ethics, lawsuits, marriage, food offered to idols, worship, and spiritual gifts. 2 Corinthians is Paul’s most personal letter. He opens his heart, defends his ministry, and shows that God’s power is displayed through human weakness. Together they remain some of the most practical books in the New Testament for church life today.

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READ AT YOUR OWN PACE
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One reading a day: finish in 8 days
Two readings a day: finish in 4 days
Or go at whatever pace suits you. Each reading stands on its own.

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PERFECT FOR
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Personal devotions and Bible reading plans
Small groups, church leaders, and Sunday school classes
Homeschool families and adult learners
Anyone wanting to understand love, spiritual gifts, and life in the church
A thoughtful wedding gift (1 Corinthians 13) or gift for anyone who loves Scripture

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HOW IT WORKS
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Open it on your tablet, phone, or computer, or print it at home.
Read along with your Bible, one reading at a time.

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PLEASE NOTE
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This is a digital download. No physical item will be shipped.
This guide is for personal use only. Please do not resell or redistribute it.
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If you have any questions, please send me a message. I’m happy to help, and I truly appreciate your feedback, as I’m always working to enhance the learning experience.

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
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Scribe & Pilgrim Press creates Bible study guides that bring seminary-level insight to everyday readers. This guide was developed with the help of AI tools and carefully reviewed and edited to make sure it is accurate, clear, and faithful to the biblical text.