What Love Does Bible Study - Week 2

What Love Does Bible Study

Week 2 The Power of Friendship and Love in Christian Community This Bible study session aims to deepen participants' understanding of biblical friendship and love and encourage them to apply these principles in their daily lives. Activity: "Two Truths and a Lie" Instructions: Ask each participant to share two truths and one lie about themselves. The rest of the group will guess which statement is the lie. This activity helps participants learn more about each other in a fun and engaging way, setting the stage for deeper discussions. Scripture Passages: - John 15:13 - Hebrews 13:1-2 - Proverbs 17:17 - Colossians 3:13 - Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 Opening Prayer: Invite someone to open the session with a prayer, asking for open hearts and minds to understand and apply God’s Word. Discussion Questions 1. Understanding Phileo Love Question: How would you define phileo love in your own words? How does it differ from other types of love mentioned in the Bible (e.g., agape, eros, storge)? Follow-up: Can you share an example of phileo love from your own life? 2. The Importance of Community Question: Why do you think the community is emphasized so much in the New Testament? How does being part of a Christian community impact your faith journey? Follow-up: How can we show hospitality to others in our community? 3. The Sacrifice of Friendship Question: Proverbs 17:17 speaks about a friend loving at all times. What are some challenges you face in maintaining consistent friendships? Follow-up: How can we overcome these challenges to be more reliable friends? 4. The Role of Forgiveness in Friendship Question: How does forgiveness play a role in maintaining healthy friendships? Can you think of a time when forgiveness strengthened a relationship? Follow-up: What steps can we take to cultivate a forgiving heart? 5. Building a Legacy of Friendship Question: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 highlights the benefits of companionship. How can our friendships leave a lasting impact on others and future generations? Follow-up: What intentional actions can we take to invest in friendships that honor God? Group Activity "Friendship Commitment" Instructions: Pair up participants and ask them to share one thing they appreciate about the other person and one way they can pray for each other in the coming week. Please encourage them to follow up with each other during the week. Closing Prayer Invite someone to close the session with a prayer, thanking God for the gift of friendship and asking for His guidance in building and maintaining relationships that reflect His love