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Do you realize that our highest purpose in life is love? It’s a beautiful concept. Do you need love? I can’t help but be reminded of the wise words spoken by Aretha Franklin, who once said, “When God loves you, what can be better than that?” How true those words are! Love is not just an emotion. Places to find love would be like church, doing volunteer work, grocery stores, networking with your close friends, but be sure to be patient and wait on the Lord.

Love Is A Choice We Make Every Day Whether To Give Ourselves Fully To God And Others Or Not To? Without This Powerful Force Called Love, Not Much Would Be Accomplished In Our Lives, And Everything Might Lose Meaning. But By The Way We Sometimes Treat One Another! Sometimes Many People Don’t Realize That We All Need Love!

He left behind his Holy Spirit to guide us on this earthly journey and prepare us for eternal bliss with him in heaven. So, if you find yourself yearning for love – whether it be romantic affection or fulfillment through work, hobbies, or anything else – I encourage you to first turn towards God. Seek him out as your ultimate source of real love. Why? Because when we truly understand how deeply loved we are by God, all other forms of love begin to pale in comparison. Through him, we learn what real love looks like: selflessness, compassion, and forgiveness – virtues that extend far beyond mere infatuation or fleeting desires. ~ Bill Greguska

Colossians 3:12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.

All You Need Is Jesus Because Jesus Is Love!

1. What is True Love According to the Bible?

Before embarking on the search for true love, it is essential to understand what true love means from a biblical perspective. The Bible speaks of love in various forms, but the foundation of true love lies in the selfless, sacrificial love that God demonstrates toward humanity.

a. Agape Love: The Highest Form of Love

In the New Testament, one of the most significant Greek words used to describe love is agape. This type of love is not based on emotions or attraction but is an unconditional, sacrificial love that seeks the well-being of others. Agape love is often used to describe God’s love for humanity and the love that believers should show toward others.

1 John 4:8 (NKJV):
“He who does not love does not know God, for God is love.”

God’s love is the epitome of true love, and He calls His followers to love others in the same way. This love is not self-serving but is focused on giving and seeking the best for others. Jesus Christ demonstrated agape love when He willingly sacrificed Himself on the cross for the sins of humanity.

John 15:13 (NKJV):
“Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends.”

This verse shows the ultimate example of true love: sacrificial love. The model of true love, as taught by Jesus, is one that involves selflessness, humility, and a willingness to serve others, even at great personal cost.

b. Love as a Command

The Bible does not merely suggest love as a nice idea; it commands love. The first and greatest commandment given by Jesus is to love God with all one’s heart, soul, and mind. The second commandment is to love one’s neighbor as oneself.

Matthew 22:37-39 (NKJV):
“Jesus said to him, ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’ This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like it: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’”

True love begins with God, and it flows out to others. As we learn to love God with all of our being, our capacity to love others also grows. This love is not based on others’ actions or how lovable they seem, but on a command to reflect God’s love in all relationships.

c. Love as Sacrifice and Service

True love is characterized by sacrifice and service. Love is not about receiving, but about giving—often when it is hard, inconvenient, or unreciprocated. The Bible makes it clear that love requires action.

1 Corinthians 13:4-7 (NKJV):
“Love suffers long and is kind; love does not envy; love does not parade itself, is not puffed up; does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil; does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.”

This passage, often referred to as the “love chapter,” provides a clear picture of what love looks like in action. It involves patience, kindness, humility, selflessness, and perseverance. True love in relationships, whether romantic, familial, or platonic, embodies these qualities.

2. How to Prepare for True Love

Finding true love begins with preparing oneself spiritually, emotionally, and mentally. Christians believe that love is a gift from God, and seeking true love should be part of a person’s overall commitment to live according to God’s will. Preparation for true love involves cultivating a heart that is ready to love as Christ loved us.

a. Seek God First

The foundation of all love begins with a relationship with God. By cultivating a deep, personal relationship with God, a believer can grow in the understanding and practice of love. This involves seeking God’s will through prayer, worship, and studying His Word.

Matthew 6:33 (NKJV):
“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.”

When a person seeks God first, they align their heart with His purposes. This not only helps them grow in love but also prepares them to love others in a Christlike way. Trusting in God’s timing and His plans for your life is an essential part of preparing for true love.

b. Know Who You Are in Christ

Before seeking love from others, it is important to understand your own worth in Christ. This is not to be confused with selfishness or arrogance, but with recognizing that you are a beloved creation of God.

Psalm 139:13-14 (NKJV):
“For You formed my inward parts;
You covered me in my mother’s womb.
I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
Marvelous are Your works,
And that my soul knows very well.”

When you know and accept your worth in Christ, you are better prepared to love others in a healthy and balanced way. People who are secure in God’s love are less likely to look for validation from others and are more able to love others without expecting something in return.

c. Cultivate Christlike Character

True love is rooted in godly character. Before seeking a romantic relationship, it is essential to cultivate qualities that reflect the heart of Christ, such as patience, kindness, humility, and integrity.

Galatians 5:22-23 (NKJV):
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.”

These virtues are the natural outflow of the Holy Spirit’s work in the life of a believer. As a person grows in Christlikeness, they become more capable of demonstrating true love in all their relationships, including romantic ones. Therefore, the journey to finding true love is also a journey of personal growth and spiritual maturity.

d. Learn to Love Others Unconditionally

True love is not contingent on another person’s actions or worth. It is about loving people as they are, without conditions. This can be difficult, especially in relationships where disappointment or hurt has occurred. However, the Bible teaches that love should not be based on personal gain but should be unconditional.

Romans 13:10 (NKJV):
“Love does no harm to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.”

When Christians practice unconditional love, they reflect the love of God toward others, including in their romantic relationships. This kind of love does not manipulate or control; it serves, supports, and sacrifices for the good of others.

3. Finding True Love in Relationships

When the heart is prepared and the individual has cultivated godly characteristics, the search for true love can begin. The Bible offers guidance on how to pursue healthy, loving relationships that honor God.

a. Marriage: A Covenant of Love

The Bible holds up marriage as the ideal context for romantic love. Marriage is described as a covenant between a man, a woman, and God. It is a reflection of the relationship between Christ and the Church, and it requires commitment, selflessness, and sacrifice.

Ephesians 5:25-28 (NKJV):
“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her, that He might sanctify and cleanse her with the washing of water by the word, that He might present her to Himself a glorious church, not having spot or wrinkle or any such thing, but that she should be holy and without blemish.”

True love in marriage is modeled after Christ’s sacrificial love for the Church. Husbands are called to love their wives selflessly, and wives are called to respect and support their husbands. This mutual submission and sacrificial love create the foundation for a lasting, fulfilling marriage.

b. Purity and Patience in Courtship

Before entering into a marriage relationship, it is important to practice purity and patience. God calls His people to avoid immorality and to wait for the right time and person. The Bible teaches that relationships should be built on trust, respect, and godly principles.

1 Thessalonians 4:3-4 (NKJV):
“For this is the will of God, your sanctification: that you should abstain from sexual immorality; that each of you should know how to possess his own vessel in sanctification and honor.”

Purity is a critical part of finding true love. By respecting God’s standards for relationships, believers can create a strong foundation of trust and intimacy that honors Him.

c. Trust in God’s Timing

Finally, finding true love involves trusting God’s timing. While the desire for love is natural, Christians are encouraged to wait patiently for God to provide the right person at the right time. Trusting God with the process allows believers to avoid rushing into relationships that are not His will and ensures that love is built on His guidance and wisdom.

Proverbs 3:5-6 (NKJV):
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding;
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths.”

Trusting God’s timing allows believers to remain open to His plan, rather than forcing relationships based on worldly desires.

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Do you need to apologize or make amends to anyone for something you have done or failed to do?
How have you been handling your daily frustrations this week?
Have you prayed and read your Bible this past week?
Did you make enough quality time with God, your wife or husband, family, and friends?
Do you reach out to those in need? Do you realize you need love, too?
Did you give 100% in your life in physical exercise and proper eating and sleeping habits this past week? 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Have you partaken in half-truths or outright lies, putting yourself in a better light to those around you? Or have you used to gossip or dirty talk this past week?
Did you pray for anyone or share the reason for your faith with anyone, especially an unbeliever, this past week? Matthew 28:18-20
Did you manage your time wisely? Have you allowed any person or circumstance to rob you of your joy this week or compromise your integrity?

What Is Love According To The Bible?

Honor God By Obeying God!

We all need love, but have you noticed that love is used too casually? Forgiveness is a decision of the will. God commands it, or else God will not forgive us. We must make a conscious choice to obey God and forgive. The other person (guilty of doing you wrong) may not desire forgiveness and may never change, but that doesn’t negate God’s desire that we possess a forgiving spirit Matthew 5:44.

Ideally, the other person at fault will seek reconciliation, but if not, the person who has been wronged can still decide to forgive. We all need love, and we also need to forgive. Be a peacemaker, not a troublemaker!

There have been times when I have had to forgive someone just because God has commanded that in my life as a Christian.

My emotions might not have been willing, but my spirit obeyed God’s word. I forgave the person since I had been significantly forgiven.

Keep in mind that when we love God and others, we fulfill God’s greatest command!

What A Wonderful World This Would Be?

Some Specific Scriptures To Encourage You:

1 John 4:19 ESV

We love because he first loved us.

John 3:16 ESV

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.

Ephesians 5:25 ESV

Husbands love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.

Galatians 5:14 ESV

For the whole law is fulfilled in one word: “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.”

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