5 Bible Verses

Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil; Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth; Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.
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1 Corinthians 13:4-7KJV
This classic passage describes the characteristics of true love, emphasizing patience, kindness, and selflessness. It provides a comprehensive definition of love that goes beyond mere emotion, highlighting love as a profound, sacrificial action.
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
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John 3:16KJV
This verse demonstrates the ultimate expression of love, showing God's unconditional love for humanity through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. It illustrates love as a redemptive, transformative force that offers eternal hope.
He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
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1 John 4:8KJV
This powerful verse reveals the fundamental nature of God as love itself. It suggests that understanding and experiencing true love is intrinsically connected to knowing and understanding God.
But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
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Romans 5:8KJV
This verse highlights the remarkable nature of divine love by showing that God's love is not conditional on human worthiness. It demonstrates love as an unconditional, sacrificial act that extends even to those who are undeserving.
Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;
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Ephesians 5:25KJV
This verse provides guidance for marital love, using Christ's sacrificial love as the ultimate model for spousal relationships. It emphasizes love as a selfless, committed, and sacrificial commitment.

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