The Power of Words…When Things Heat Up- 2/4/24

The Power of Words… When Things Heat Up

1 Corinthians 1:10-12; 12:31; 13:4-8a

Sermon Application Questions

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Icebreaker: Who are the people or what are the topics that temp you to speak words that are not grounded in love? 

Read Galatians 3:28-29

  • In the first century, how were the distinctions between who was in and who was out drawn?
  • How are those lines drawn in 2024?
  • How does our relationship with Christ change this way of thinking?

Read 1 Corinthians 1: 10-12

  • What was causing division in the early church?
  • How was this division hindering the mission of the church?
  • Where do you see divisions in the church today?
  • Why does Paul call the church to be united in thought and mind?
  • How does this challenge you today?

Read 1 Corinthians 13:4-8a

  • How does our culture describe love?  How does Paul describe love?
  • Why does this kind of love evaporate when relationships heat up?
  • Is Paul expecting us to speak in a loving way in these situations or does he give us a free pass?
  • In this passage, replace the word love with the word God.  What do you learn about God in doing this?
  • In this passage, replace the word love with your name.  What do you learn about yourself in doing this?
  • Where do you need to grow in love? How can this begin with the words you speak?

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