1 Corinthians 13 | Bible Study Questions

JUBIN THOMSON | 14 FEBRUARY 2025

OBSERVATION

What does it say?

    1. Read 1 Corinthians 13
    2. Observe the repeated words and phrases in this passage. (V:1-3)
    3. What does the passage identify as things that love is not? (V:4-7)
    4. What positive attributes does the passage associate with love? (V:4-7)
    5. What are the qualities of love mentioned in this passage? (V:8-13)
    6. In what ways does the nature of gifts contrast with the nature of love? (V:8-13)

INTERPRETATION

What does it mean?

    1. What is the central argument or key message that Paul is conveying in this text? (V:1-3)
    2. What is the significance of the biblical image of love as conveyed in this text? (V:4-7)
    3. How should we understand the contrast between love and the gifts as presented in this text? (8-13)

APPLICATION

What will I do?

    1. What should be our primary motive for serving others? What are the potential outcome if we fail to serve others with this motivation? (V:1-3)
    2. What practical steps can we take to put the love described in this passage into action? (V:4-7)
    3. Identify your weaknesses in loving others and specifically pray to God for help in those areas.