The More Excellent Way: Love

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The More Excellent Way: Love
1 Corinthians 13:1-13

• The Fruit of Spirituality Without Love
• Love’s Impact on Church
• Jesus is Love

Questions for Further Study or Group Discussion

1. Read 1 Corinthians 13. Why is love the “more excellent way”? Consider the context of 1 Corinthians 12-14. What issue is Paul addressing with the Corinthians? How does love fit in with this topic?
2. Why is love important in addition to spiritual gifts, spiritual knowledge, and spiritual service? How can these be empty without love?
3. What would happen if a church abounds in love for one another? How do we grow in love? What holds us back from growing in love?