True Love

True love, as described in the Bible, is far deeper than fleeting emotions. It is rooted in God’s nature and demonstrated through actions of sacrifice, kindness, and selflessness.

God’s Love for Us

John 3:16 says, “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son…” 

This verse shows the sacrificial nature of God’s love. True love, according to the Bible, gives even when it costs. God’s love for humanity is unconditional and always seeks our good.

Love God and Love Others

Jesus summarized the essence of true love in Matthew 22:37-39: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart… and love your neighbor as yourself.” 

Biblical love starts with wholehearted devotion to God, which then overflows into how we treat others—with respect, care, and selflessness.

The Characteristics of True Love

Paul provides a detailed description of true love in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7: “Love is patient, love is kind… it is not self-seeking.” 

These traits emphasize that true love is more about giving than receiving, and it is enduring, humble, and forgiving.

Jesus’ Example of Love

The ultimate expression of love is seen in Jesus. John 15:13 says, “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” 

Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross is the perfect model of true love—self-sacrificing and serving others at all costs.

In essence, true love in the Bible is not just a feeling but an action—one that reflects God’s love for us and transforms how we live and love others.