Why Love Matters
“Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance. ”
It's a satisfying feeling to do something you are good at, and God created each one of us with talents so that we might become who He calls us to be.
In today's verse the apostle Paul emphasizes that without love, our God-given gifts cannot be used to their fullest potential. Paul even suggests that we can be the most talented people in the world, but if we don't have God's love in our hearts, our words and deeds are essentially meaningless.
According to this verse, love has four important characteristics:
Love never gives up: This means that true love is persistent and steadfast. It does not give up easily, even in the face of adversity or challenges.
Love never loses faith: True love is unwavering in its belief and trust. It remains faithful even when things are difficult or uncertain.
Love is always hopeful: Love remains optimistic and positive, even in the midst of difficult circumstances. It sees the potential for good and keeps hope alive.
Love endures through every circumstance: True love is able to withstand all challenges and hardships. It perseveres and remains strong, even in the face of adversity.
Overall, this verse teaches that love is not just an emotion, but a way of being and acting in the world. It is a powerful force that can sustain us through life's ups and downs, and it is something that we should strive to cultivate and nurture in our own lives.
Pray:
Heavenly Father, please show us how to align our lives with Your love. We want to display who You are to the world around me. Draw us closer to You. Teach us how to love like You. In Jesus' name, Amen.