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Let's talk about some REAL Christian Love

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres." One of the most misinterpreted passages that I have come across, quoted at will, whenever it suits fancy. The various understandings coming from this verse are extremely painful. Here are some things to put it in perspective. Before that, here are a few things that must be cleared first: 1. The passage does not indicate that Christians must be a bunch of "nice & sweet" folk. 2. It does not solely seek to accommodate anyone's personal preferences of what love must be. It is for our growth and understanding. 3. Love is given with sincere concern for the good of the person. Always in the best interests of person, it may result