1 Corinthians 13:1–13 – “The Joy of Loving” – Kerry Kaino

Discussion Questions:

1. Summarize the focus of the following sets of verses in your own words … 1-3, 4-7 and 8-13.

2. Referring to verses 1-3 … why is love the vital foundation?

3. Referring to verses 4-7 … In what ways is the kind of love that Paul is describing in these verses different than the kind of love we naturally encounter in the world? Why is the kind of love described in this chapter so transforming when it is shared?

4. Referring to verses 8-13 … In what ways is there yet an anticipation of the full impact of love?

5. Who are some people from whom you have seen the love of God overflow?