I  The Argument from Order (vv.2-3)

II The Argument from Cultural Norms (vv.4-6)

III The Argument from Theology (vv.7-12)

IV The Argument from Nature (vv.13-15)

V  The Argument from Standard Church Teaching and Practice (v.16)

I  The Tension between Freedom and Duty (vv.23-24)

II Freedom (vv.25-27)

III Duty (vv.28-29a)

IV Freedom (vv.29b-30)

V  Duty (10:31 – 11:1)

I. Run for your life (v.14)

II. Pick your partner (vv.15-20)

III You can’t have it both ways (vv.21-22)

I  Past success is no guarantee of future success (vv.1-5)

II Learn from the mistakes of others. (vv.6-10)

III Don't get cocky, but be confident. (vv.11-13)

I A Reintroduction to the Gospel (vv.1-2)

II An Outline of the Gospel (vv.3-4)

III The Proof of the Gospel (vv.5-8)

IV The Impact of the Gospel (vv.9-11)

I Be clear about your motivation (vv.19-23)

II Keep your eyes on the prize (vv.24-27)

I  The Rights of a Pastor (vv.1-15)

A. Paul establishes his rights (vv.1-12a, 13-14)

B. Paul waives his rights (vv.12b, 15)

II  The Responsibilities of a Pastor (v.16)

III The Rewards of a Pastor (vv.17-18)

I Check your attitude (vv.1-3)

II Apply Scripture rightly (vv.4-6)

III Consider the needs of others (vv.7-13)

I   General Advice: Remain as you are (vv.25-28a)

II  Advice for the Married: Don’t get too attached to this world (vv.28b-31)

III  Advice for the Unmarried: Leverage your singleness for the Lord (vv.32-35)

IV  Advice for the Engaged: Weigh your options (vv.36-38)

V   Advice for Widows: Weigh your options (vv.39-40)

I Bloom Where You’re Planted: The Principle (vv.17, 20, 24)

II Bloom Where You’re Planted: Two Cases Studies (vv.18-19 & 21-23)

III Bloom Where You’re Planted: Some Application