4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. – 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 (NIV)
1 Corinthians 13:4-7 offers a profound description of what love should be: simple and transparent. This passage breaks down love into its purest forms—patience, kindness, humility, and endurance. True love is not complicated or self-serving; it is straightforward and genuine.
Love that is patient and kind does not seek to elevate itself but rather focuses on the well-being of others. It doesn’t keep score of wrongs or harbor grudges. Instead, it rejoices in truth and remains steadfast through all circumstances.
As we seek to embody this simple and transparent love in our relationships, let us remember that love’s true strength lies in its sincerity and its ability to endure. Let us strive to reflect this love in our daily interactions, making it the foundation of our actions and words.