The Life and Times of the Early Church, Episode 78. 1 Corinthians 14:1-25

A verse-by-verse study of 1 Corinthians 14:1-25.

In this passage, which follows Paul’s teaching on the nature of love in chapter 13, he says that the single goal of the church should be to pursue love, which is expressed in the language of “building up” the church.

He then explains the importance of using the gift of speaking in tongues in a way that strengthens and encourages others.

May the Lord bless your study of His Word!

The Life and Times of the Early Church, Episode 77. 1 Corinthians 13:4-13

A verse-by-verse study of 1 Corinthians 13:4-13.

1 Corinthians 13 is well-known but often misunderstood, so we are slowing down in order to get the full meaning of what God is teaching us here about the nature of love. In today’s lesson we will consider how to apply this passage to our everyday lives.

May the Lord bless your study of His Word!

The Life and Times of the Early Church, Episode 76. 1 Corinthians 13:1-7

A verse-by-verse study of 1 Corinthians 13:1-7.

Paul’s teaching on the nature of love is one of the Bible’s most familiar passages. It is also one of the Bible’s most misunderstood teachings.
In this lesson we will look at God’s definition of love—what love is and what it is not.

May the Lord bless your study of His Word!