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A STUDY OF 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy or boast, it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things."
1 Corinthians 13:4-7
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What this study is about
One of the hardest things we are asked to do is love each other. How do we love those nearest to us, whose faults we know so well? How do we love our neighbor, whom we hardly know? If you have ever struggled to love another, this powerful, new study will be an effective and transformational guide. LOVE IS takes an in-depth look at the four famous verses of 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, often called the "Hymn of Love". Following the teachings of Jesus throughout the gospels, and that of the Apostle Paul, we will discover that love is an action, not a feeling - love is strong, not soft or sentimental - love is committed, not fleeting. Above all else, we will discover that love is the attitude, character, and action of God at work in us.
Come, learn how to love others in a way that can change lives and hearts. The attitudes and actions in these verses are, by far and away, the most exciting way to live. They are love in action. They are God in action. And we are invited into such a movement.
WHAT This STUDY INCLUDES
LOVE IS includes 13 weekly lessons on each of the key facets of love as outlined in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7.
Each lesson will include:
- a teaching reflection,
- study questions,
- opportunities for personal reflection, and
- targeted prayers
What you can expect to get out of this study
The study of 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 will change the way you love and receive love, not only within your close circles and community but with God also. The study is designed to:
- Form a benchmark for our actions and attitudes towards those we are called to love.
- Target specific attitudes to help effect change.
- Provide encouragement
- Help us draw closer to the heart of God, and receive his love for us
WAYS TO PARTICIPATE
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- Study independently by following along with the weekly Lessons and Study Questions
- Use these materials as the basis for a group study in your home or at your church
HOW TO REGISTER
Regardless of the method of study you choose, you will need to register to use the materials. All course materials are free of charge, but registration is required, only to track the reach of the study - who, where, and how the study is being used. All registrants will receive access to all materials. Upon registration, you will receive a passcode to access the Lessons and Study Questions through the Portal below. Your information will only be used for communications that pertain to this bible study and Elizabeth's writing and teaching ministry.
PORTAL FOR lessons AND STUDY QUESTIONS
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
All material and resources provided on this website are the private property of Elizabeth Head Black. All information included in the Lessons and Study Questions is intended for individual and group registrant use only and may not be printed, reproduced, or disseminated without the permission of the author.