04 | 1 Corinthians 13

Study Tip 

Set aside 15 minutes to get by yourself and open God’s Word uninterrupted.  

Resources 

StepBible.org 

NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible 

Scripture  

Primary Text:  

1 Corinthians 13 

Supplemental Text: 

Matthew 22:37-40, John 13:35, Romans 5:8, Romans 12:9, 1 Timothy 4:12, 1 John 4:7-21 

Observations & Applications 

What words or phrases are repeated in this scripture? 

Read John 13:35 and Romans 5:8. These verses show examples of “agape” love. Agape love is God’s selfless and sacrificial love for us. When you read these verses, what do they tell you about how we should also love? Go to StepBible.org if you want to study the words in this passage or find more verses that talk about agape love. 

Read 1 Corinthians 13:11 and 1 Timothy 4:12. What is the difference between physical maturity and spiritual maturity?  

1 Timothy 4:12 tells us that our age doesn’t define our spiritual maturity. Regardless of your age, in what areas do you need to spiritually mature? 

Read 1 Corinthians 13:4-7. Now re-read the passage and say Jesus’ name in the place of love. Read it one more time saying your name in the place of love. Which of these actions is the hardest for you?  

1 John 4:19 - We love because He first loved us. Examine yourself. Do you have a love for lost people?  

Prayer 

Ask God to show you the truth of His love for you. Ask Him to help you receive His love.  

Pray that God would help you love the way He loves. 

S.O.A.P. METHOD

Use this tool to study God’s Word

SCRIPTURE

Write which passage of scripture you are reading.

OBSERVATION

What is this text saying? What is the context? How does it fit with the verses before and after it? Are there any commands or instructions?

APPLICATION

How can you apply this verse to your life? What does this mean today? What is God saying to you?

PRAYER

Respond to the passage in prayer. Ask God to help you apply this truth to your life and spend some time listening to what He may be telling you.