Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the paramount importance of love in the Christian life, drawing from 1 Corinthians 13. He argues that despite the church's many needs, the greatest is love, which must stem from a pure heart. Ravenhill critiques the tendency to focus on spiritual gifts and power while neglecting the foundational role of love, which he describes as the cement that holds the church together. He illustrates that true love is selfless, enduring, and essential for genuine Christian fellowship and service. Ultimately, he calls for a revival of love within the church, asserting that love is the greatest commandment and the essence of a spirit-filled life.

R.A. Torrey emphasizes the paramount importance of love in his sermon 'Love Contrasted, Described, Exalted,' based on 1 Corinthians 13. He outlines how love is indispensable, contrasting it with spiritual gifts, knowledge, faith, generosity, and even martyrdom, asserting that without love, these acts are meaningless. Torrey describes the characteristics of love, highlighting its patience, kindness, and lack of envy, and concludes by exalting love as eternal and superior to all other virtues. He challenges the congregation to reflect on their own capacity for love, reminding them that true love is the essence of Christian life.