I.     Introduction

A.  One, two, (skip a few), 99, 100!

B.  Common themes we are skipping.

1.    License and Liberty

2.    Church Customs and Practice (key vv 11:16; 11:34)

a)    Head Coverings for women

b)    Communion

3.    Spiritual Gifts: Unity in Diversity (Ch. 12)

a)    “Logic Board” Analogy

b)    … and yet I show you a more excellent way.

II.   Body: The Greatest Gift

A.  The Difference between religious zealots and Paul’s zeal – Love.

1.    Christian love is described in 1 Corinthians 13. Its total lack of self-concern is breathtaking.

B.  Greek “Love” (“The Four Loves”)

1.    storge (affection)

2.    phileo (friendship)

3.    eros (being in love)

4.    agape (Charity; Divine Love)

C.  Practical Application: Allow love to dominate your relationship…

1.    …with God

2.    …with your mate

3.    …with your children

4.    …in your church

5.    …in your community

6.    …in your daily contacts

III. Conclusion