Now that you have had a chance to read I Corinthians 13, let me share a few basic details. If you are a believer who regularly attends worship, this will be simple review.
The word translated “love” is the Greek word agape. It is one of five words in Greek that are translated love in English. The others include the ideas of brotherly love, friendship, family love and romantic love. This word is special. It is an expression of the unselfish love of God. It is a love that believers are expected to demonstrate in their lives. It is at the center of Christian morality.
In my opinion the Old Testament equivalent of “agape” is the Hebrew word “chesed” which is translated best, “loving kindness.”
Notice that love is not an emotion; it is a decision.
homo unius libri
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