Essential Bible Studies

Could there be any more beautifully expressed words then Paul's exposition on love in 1 Corinthians 13? Join Brian and Tim and as they talk about the Greek words for love to get a better understanding of how to love like Christ. They then go on to explore each phrase and consider what it means for us in our life of discipleship. Key Verse: “So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” 1 Corinthians 13:13 Handouts: 1 Corinthians 13 Version Comparison Spreadsheet 1 Corinthians 13 Comparison with Exodus 34 1 Corinthians 13 Comparison with Galatians 5 Show Notes: Definitions of the Greek words for love Agape (Strong G25, G25 and G27) - to love (in a social or moral sense) Phileo (Strongs G5368) to be a friend to (fond of (an individual or an object)), i.e. have affection for (denoting personal attachment, as a matter of sentiment or feeling; while agape is wider, embracing especially the judgment and the deliberate assent of the will as a matter of principle, duty