Christmas Without Love

1 Corinthians 13:1-4

 

INTRODUCTION: A Wonderful Life

 

 

BODY: Without Love

• If I speak…eloquently (v. 1): 
• If I know…everything (v. 2a):
• I have…unstoppable faith (v. 2b):
• If I give…everything (v. 3a):
• If I give…myself (v. 3b):

CONCLUSION:  Loving-kindness (Titus 3:3-7) 

 Small Group Discussion Questions

1. What resonates with you about the story of “It’s a Wonderful Life”? How does George Bailey’s realization parallel our understanding of the impact of love and the true message of Christmas? 

 

2. What would the world look like without the love of God, as shown in Jesus Christ? How does the thought of “a world without Christmas” impact your understanding of the Incarnation?

 

3. Why do you think Paul places such importance on love as the foundation of all actions? Can you think of times when actions, even good ones, were diminished by the lack of love?

 

4. Think through the “5 If’s” from 1 Cor. 13:1-3. Which one stands out to you the most and why?

 

5. Why does the ending conclusion phrase from the sermon, “No man is a failure who has love,” resonate so deeply with us? Compare this with Titus 3:3-7