OPEN PRAYER
There are four types of love: philia . eros . storge . agape.
The strongest and most unselfish love is agape.
So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.
– 1 Corinthians 13:13
P H I L I A : Friendship love, non sexual
Philia (Pronounced: FILL-ee-uh) is the type of intimate love in the Bible that most Christians practice toward each other. This Greek term describes the powerful emotional bond seen in deep friendships.
Philia originates from the Greek term phílos, a noun meaning "beloved, dear ... a friend; someone dearly loved (prized) in a personal, intimate way; a trusted confidant held dear in a close bond of personal affection." The least demanding and and jealous kind of love!
Philia is the most general type of love in Scripture, encompassing love for fellow humans, care, respect, and compassion for people in need. The concept of brotherly and sisterly love that unites believers is unique to Christianity.
Quotes by CS Lewis:
I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.
True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less.
God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our conscience, but shouts in our pains: it is His megaphone to rouse a deaf world.
The Bible SaysJesus said philia would be an identifier of his followers: "By this everyone will know that you are my disciples if you love one another." – John 13:35
Let brotherly/sisterly love continue. – Hebrews 13:1
And godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love. – 2 Peter 1:7,
Source: https://www.learnreligions.com/what-is-philia-700691
Let brotherly/sisterly love continue. – Hebrews 13:1
And godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love. – 2 Peter 1:7,
Source: https://www.learnreligions.com/what-is-philia-700691
Round Table DiscussionFollow up from last week’s action item. Who have you connected with?
Q: Can men and women have Philia love for with each other?
Q: Can Philia love be applied to Storge or Eros love? Do you agree with CS Lewis ideas?
Q: What kind of attitude should we take to show Philia Love? (1st Cor 13)
Prayer request.
Action item for the week
Show Philia love to someone this coming week.
Continue to mingle with each other.
CLOSE PRAYER
