Every true believer is to “[give] all diligence” to fully supply his faith by adding seven specific spiritual characteristics. Scriptures for Study: What do the following verses say about these characteristics: Romans 12:10; 1 Timothy 4:7–8; James 1:3–4; 1 Corinthians 13:1–8?
This verse is, without any doubt, the most familiar, the most beloved, and the most quoted verse in all the Bible. Most people, whether they are believers or unbelievers, can quote it. But while most people know this verse, they have only a shallow knowledge of it. It is, in…
This staggering text speaks of affection, affirmation. and application. Scriptures for Study: Read the verses cited above where philos is used for friendship. What observations can you make?
Part 1 of 2. In this verse, we recognize the passing of many of the gifts, realize the permanence of three gifts, and rejoice in the primacy of the one. Scriptures for Study: What does each of the following verses say about faith, hope, and love: Psalm 43:5; Luke 22:32;…
Part 2 of 2. In this verse, we recognize the passing of many of the gifts, realize the permanence of three gifts, and rejoice in the primacy of the one. Scriptures for Study: How does Mark 12:29–31 sum up what we have been studying? What does 1 Corinthians 16:14 add?
Part 4 of 4 on God’s attribute of love. Scriptures for Study: Read the story of Peter and John’s arrest and address to the Sanhedrin (Acts 4:1–22). What can you observe from this incident?
Part 3 of 4 on God’s attribute of love. Scriptures for Study: What do the following verses declare about God’s love: Romans 5:8–10; 8:32; 1 John 3:16?
Part 2 of 5 on God’s attribute of love. Scriptures for Study: What do the following verses say about God’s love for His people: Romans 5:8; Titus 3:4–6; 1 John 4:9–10?
Part 1 of 5 on God’s attribute of love. Scriptures for Study: In preparation for the next study, meditate on John 3:16 in light of the meaning of agapē love.
Based on a sermon by the author, “We Band of Brothers” presents a major test of true Christianity and offers two thoughts: the necessity and expression of brotherly love. *(If download does not begin automatically, right click on the “Download” button and then click “Save As” or “Save Target As”)
