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What does the Bible say about love and knowledge in 1 Corinthians?

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1 Corinthians 8 teaches that love builds up, while knowledge without love can lead to pride.

In 1 Corinthians 8, Paul addresses the relationship between love and knowledge, stating that while knowledge can puff up, it is love that truly edifies (1 Corinthians 8:1). This means that simply possessing knowledge of doctrine or theology is insufficient if it does not manifest through love and care for others. Paul emphasizes that the community of believers should be built up by love, which fosters genuine relationships and mutual support, rather than being divided by mere knowledge or doctrinal debates. The essence of this teaching highlights that love should govern how we wield our knowledge, especially in areas where others might be weak or carry different understandings.
Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 8:1, 1 Corinthians 13:2

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Love Edifies
Greg Elmquist · Dec 18, 2016