Sermons on 1 Corinthians 13

18 sermons preach from 1 Corinthians 13 — 14 from real church libraries, transcribed and indexed to the verse, and 4 from the classic library.

“At the end of 1 Corinthians 13 we find out 'faith, hope and love' — the greater gifts.”
1 Corinthians 13:13 · as preached in “West Region Sunday Worship Service LIVESTREAM | 06•28•2026” at Washington DC International Christian Church

1 Corinthians 13:1

1 sermon

“A lack of love makes you 'a clanging gong or a resounding cymbal' — you're just noise.”

Remove the Rivals | Acts 19

Using Acts 19 and the church at Ephesus, the sermon calls believers to return to their 'first love' for Christ by identifying and removing rivals (secret comforts, addictions, occult practices, anger, sexual sin, screens, etc.). Confession, forsaking those rivals, and mutual accountability unleash God’s power so the gospel can prevail in individuals, churches and communities.

1 Corinthians 13:1-13

2 sermons

“Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity... And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three. But the greatest of these is charity.”

Sunday Worship Service || Youth Day

A youth-led Sunday service focused on the mission of the 70 (Luke 10): believers are sent to sow the gospel, equipped by God, and called to persistent, humble evangelism. The teaching emphasized prayer, dependence on God, staying focused amid distractions and opposition, bringing peace, and rejoicing in being used by God. The service included prayer, Scripture readings, a drama and testimonies illustrating outreach, youth and children presentations, Father's Day celebrations, and practical announcements (Youth Fest, regional convention, July 4 cookout).

“Chapter 13 (the 'more excellent way'): verses 1-3 about absence of love, 4-7 characteristics of love, and verse 13: 'And now abideth faith, hope, charity... but the greatest of these is [charity].'”

August 5, 2020 WOW Bible Study (Rev. Lee Brodie)

A Bible-study sermon on 1 Corinthians 12–14 explaining spiritual gifts, contrasting speaking in tongues with prophecy, and urging love, order, and edification in corporate worship.

1 Corinthians 13:1-3

2 sermons

On Charity

Classic

John Wesley

"Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal. And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith,…

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1 Corinthians 13:3

1 sermon

On Love

Classic

John Wesley

"Though I bestow all my goods to feed the poor, and though I give my body to be burned, and have not love, it profiteth me nothing." 1 Cor. 13:3. [1.] There is great reason to fear that it will hereafter be said of most of…

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1 Corinthians 13:4-7

2 sermons

“Love is patient, love is kind; it is not self-seeking or proud... it bears all things, believes all things and hopes all things.”

AHAVAH THE LOVE OF GOD || BIBLE STUDY {REBROADCAST} PROPHETESS TARYN N. TARVER BISHOP

A Bible-study teaching on the Hebrew word ahavah (love) that traces its first mention (Genesis 22:2), its Hebrew letter-pictures (Aleph-Heh-Beth-Heh) and lexical senses, contrasts Old Testament ahavah with New Testament Greek loves (agape, phileo, storge, eros, mania), and applies love as a conscious, sacrificial choice (not merely a feeling). The talk emphasizes God's giving nature (John 3:16), the heart/lev as the decision center, practical discipleship (forgiveness, boundaries, marriage discernment, spiritual maturity), and living out Christ-like love in everyday relationships.

“Love is patient, love is kind; love is not envious or boastful or arrogant (the familiar wedding descriptors of love).”

Worship May 17, 2020

A worship sermon calling Christians to embody Jesus' legacy of love by keeping his commandments—understood as active advocacy for others—relying on the Holy Spirit’s presence, and applying that call to current challenges like pandemic-related ministry, cautious reopening, and creative outreach.

1 Corinthians 13:4-5

1 sermon

“Walk in love. Don't be rude; be considerate. Don't take account of any wrong that suffered (paraphrase of love's characteristics).”

July 12, 2026 • Full Service • Say OK to God's Word

Pastor encourages believers to respond to God's Word with simple, childlike agreement — “OK” — and to act in faith: give, touch Jesus for healing, persevere, and be willing to surrender possessions or relationships for the sake of the Kingdom. The service includes worship, announcements, testimony on healing, teaching about faith, obedience, sacrifice, communion, and a time of ministry for strength.

1 Corinthians 13:4

1 sermon

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AHAVAH THE LOVE OF GOD || BIBLE STUDY {REBROADCAST} PROPHETESS TARYN N. TARVER BISHOP

A Bible-study teaching on the Hebrew word ahavah (love) that traces its first mention (Genesis 22:2), its Hebrew letter-pictures (Aleph-Heh-Beth-Heh) and lexical senses, contrasts Old Testament ahavah with New Testament Greek loves (agape, phileo, storge, eros, mania), and applies love as a conscious, sacrificial choice (not merely a feeling). The talk emphasizes God's giving nature (John 3:16), the heart/lev as the decision center, practical discipleship (forgiveness, boundaries, marriage discernment, spiritual maturity), and living out Christ-like love in everyday relationships.

1 Corinthians 13:4-6

1 sermon

“Love is patient and kind; it is not jealous or boastful, does not insist on its own rights, does not rejoice in wrongdoing but rejoices in the truth.”

AHAVAH THE LOVE OF GOD || BIBLE STUDY {REBROADCAST} PROPHETESS TARYN N. TARVER BISHOP

A Bible-study teaching on the Hebrew word ahavah (love) that traces its first mention (Genesis 22:2), its Hebrew letter-pictures (Aleph-Heh-Beth-Heh) and lexical senses, contrasts Old Testament ahavah with New Testament Greek loves (agape, phileo, storge, eros, mania), and applies love as a conscious, sacrificial choice (not merely a feeling). The talk emphasizes God's giving nature (John 3:16), the heart/lev as the decision center, practical discipleship (forgiveness, boundaries, marriage discernment, spiritual maturity), and living out Christ-like love in everyday relationships.

1 Corinthians 13:5

1 sermon

“Don't take account of any wrong that suffered (love keeps no record of wrongs).”

July 12, 2026 • Full Service • Say OK to God's Word

Pastor encourages believers to respond to God's Word with simple, childlike agreement — “OK” — and to act in faith: give, touch Jesus for healing, persevere, and be willing to surrender possessions or relationships for the sake of the Kingdom. The service includes worship, announcements, testimony on healing, teaching about faith, obedience, sacrifice, communion, and a time of ministry for strength.

1 Corinthians 13:7

1 sermon

“Love assumes the best. (Paraphrase of 1 Corinthians 13:7.)”

AHAVAH THE LOVE OF GOD || BIBLE STUDY {REBROADCAST} PROPHETESS TARYN N. TARVER BISHOP

A Bible-study teaching on the Hebrew word ahavah (love) that traces its first mention (Genesis 22:2), its Hebrew letter-pictures (Aleph-Heh-Beth-Heh) and lexical senses, contrasts Old Testament ahavah with New Testament Greek loves (agape, phileo, storge, eros, mania), and applies love as a conscious, sacrificial choice (not merely a feeling). The talk emphasizes God's giving nature (John 3:16), the heart/lev as the decision center, practical discipleship (forgiveness, boundaries, marriage discernment, spiritual maturity), and living out Christ-like love in everyday relationships.

1 Corinthians 13:8

2 sermons

George Whitefield

1 Corinthians 13:8, "Charity never faileth." Nothing is more valuable and commendable, and yet, not one duty is less practiced, than that of charity. We often pretend concern and pity for the misery and distress of our fellow-creatures, but yet we seldom commiserate their condition so…

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“'Love never faileth.'”

GAC Annual Convocation 2012 | Thursday, October 11, 2012 | Day Session - Bible Teaching |

A Bible teaching on the theme “The Church, Glorious and Triumphant” defining the church as the called-out assembly built on the confession of Christ, explaining what makes the church glorious (the glory of Christ, equality, and a bond of love) and stressing practical outworkings: genuine fellowship, baptism of the Holy Ghost, nurturing new converts, and growth in love and holiness.

1 Corinthians 13:8-13

1 sermon

“Love never fails; whether there be tongues, they shall cease, whether there be knowledge, it shall vanish away... And now abideth faith, hope, charity; but the greatest of these is charity.”

Sunday Worship Service || Youth Day

A youth-led Sunday service focused on the mission of the 70 (Luke 10): believers are sent to sow the gospel, equipped by God, and called to persistent, humble evangelism. The teaching emphasized prayer, dependence on God, staying focused amid distractions and opposition, bringing peace, and rejoicing in being used by God. The service included prayer, Scripture readings, a drama and testimonies illustrating outreach, youth and children presentations, Father's Day celebrations, and practical announcements (Youth Fest, regional convention, July 4 cookout).

1 Corinthians 13:9

1 sermon

John Wesley

The Imperfection of Human Knowledge "We know in part." 1 Cor. 13:9. 1. The desire of knowledge is an universal principle in man, fixed in his inmost nature. It is not variable, but constant in every rational creature, unless while it is suspended by some stronger…

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1 Corinthians 13:11

1 sermon

“When I was a child ... When I became a man, I put away childish things.”

FGHT Weekend Bible Study: (070420) Samson's Final Victory

A Bible study on Samson’s life that frames him as an allegory for Israel: gifted and privileged but undone by entitlement, lust, arrogance, and revenge. The sermon draws lessons about resisting temptation, learning from mistakes, parenting/discipline, and trusting God for justice—culminating in Samson’s final act of calling on God and completing God’s purpose.

1 Corinthians 13:12

2 sermons

“"Now we see through a glass darkly."”

The Breakdown: "Public Service Announcement"

A Bible study unpacking the Galatians message of liberation: freedom as an internal, communal reality rooted in Christ, contrasted with internalized oppression and dangerous misuses of scripture (e.g., Christian nationalism). Practical steps for emancipation—personal and collective—are emphasized alongside pastoral invitations to join and serve the church community.

“The end of our faith is when we see Jesus face to face — we shall behold him face to face.”

July 12, 2026 Worship Service

Pastor preaches that trials refine genuine faith and produce inexpressible joy because Christians have a living hope, a secure inheritance, and a protected salvation. God provides multicolored grace to match our varied trials; suffering is temporary and purifies faith so it becomes more valuable than gold. The sermon includes an invitation to trust Christ and practical encouragement to endure and learn during testing.

1 Corinthians 13:12-13

1 sermon

“And now we see in part...we'll see in whole”

Inland Empire Sunday Service

A packed Inland Empire Sunday service featuring worship, communion reflections on Job, teaching from Matthew and Genesis, baptisms/testimonies, mission and leadership announcements, and a central sermon on 'wrestling with God' (Genesis 32) calling believers to honest, transformative prayer and wholehearted discipleship.

1 Corinthians 13:13

5 sermons

“At the end of 1 Corinthians 13 we find out 'faith, hope and love' — the greater gifts.”

West Region Sunday Worship Service LIVESTREAM | 06•28•2026

Joshua preached “Victory Beyond the World’s Cup,” calling believers to pursue eternal victory through strict spiritual training, pure motives, imitation of Christ and godly leaders, nearness to God, committed evangelism and sacrificial giving for missions.

“So now faith, hope and love abide these three, but the greatest of these is love.”

AHAVAH THE LOVE OF GOD || BIBLE STUDY {REBROADCAST} PROPHETESS TARYN N. TARVER BISHOP

A Bible-study teaching on the Hebrew word ahavah (love) that traces its first mention (Genesis 22:2), its Hebrew letter-pictures (Aleph-Heh-Beth-Heh) and lexical senses, contrasts Old Testament ahavah with New Testament Greek loves (agape, phileo, storge, eros, mania), and applies love as a conscious, sacrificial choice (not merely a feeling). The talk emphasizes God's giving nature (John 3:16), the heart/lev as the decision center, practical discipleship (forgiveness, boundaries, marriage discernment, spiritual maturity), and living out Christ-like love in everyday relationships.

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