powerful words might stir our souls. It’s a
sure-fire truth that each of us has struggled
with pride at one point or another in our lives,
that we must overcome these characteristics
and rise above them — especially if we want
to be seen as living out biblical love.
Love is avoiding Envy
Reminds us of the importance of not being
envious. The Bible tells us not to be jealous
of others, but this verse drives that point
home, explicitly telling us that love “does not
envy.” Are there areas in your own life where
this is convicting? Envy can be a poison
to the heart and soul, and can motivate
negative trajectories in one’s life.
Love Isn’t Self-Seeking
Love isn’t self-seeking. In a culture and world
that tells us to love for ourselves, the Bible
implores us to show love by caring about
the needs of others. Is a powerful reminder
that it’s not all about us.
And in putting together this, it’s essential
we drive home that point, as it seems to
appear a number of times in some of these
Corinthians love verses.
Combat Anger
Another important lesson from 1 Corinthians
13 4-7 centers on the fact that love “is not
easily angered.” Some might also struggle
with frustration and anger, especially if
life takes a difficult turn. But keeping this
important reality in mind is indispensable.
If you struggle with anger, turn to God and
pray using this Corinthians love verse as a
reminder.
Don’t Keep a Record of Wrongs
Part of loving others is forgiving them.
Unfortunately, it’s easy to fall into the trap,
though, of keeping a “record of wrongs” —
a laundry list all of the things someone has
done to hurt or harm us.
So this should also get us thinking deeper
about how we handle those who have hurt
us. If we’re truly going to forgive, we must
let go of the mental records we’ve been
keeping — records that can truly impede
forgiveness.
Love Rejoices With Truth
The gospel offers the ultimate story of God’s
love and devotion to mankind. With this
comes so many powerful lessons. While this
particular Corinthians love verse is common
sense, it’s worth highlighting. That “love
does not delight in evil but rejoices with the
truth.”
It’s essential that we always seek and
rejoice in truth, and that we do not embrace
or delight in evil. The best way to do this?
A healthy and robust devotional and prayer
life.
We’re also told that love always protects.
Beyond exploring the truths in this, this is
a truth we see lived out in God’s love for
humanity. And we also see it replicated in
the protection loving parents give to their
children. This is just one of the truths that a
simple.
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