The Double Cure of the Cross

1 Corinthians 6:9-20

Summary
In this passage Paul shows us that the gospel does more than forgive our sin—it also frees us from sin’s power. Through the cross, Jesus both saves us from God’s just wrath and begins the work of making us holy. Because we belong to Christ, even our bodies now exist for His glory, calling us to live in real, joyful freedom.

Discussion Questions

1. When you think about the cross, which side do you tend to focus on more: forgiveness from guilt or freedom from sin’s power? Why?
2. Why do you think Paul says, “Do not be deceived” in verses 9–10?
3. How can sin be deceitful even to sincere Christians?
4. What might the idea of “all things are lawful for me” look like amongst Christians today?
5. Where do you see our culture continuing to be influenced by the Greek philosophy of prioritizing the immaterial world (our thoughts) over the material world (our bodies)?
6. What does it mean that you were “bought with a price”?
7. How does knowing you belong to Christ change the way you think about your body, habits, or desires?
8. What is one area where you want to experience not only forgiveness, but also real freedom this year?
9. How can your group pray for and support you in that?