1 Corinthians 13: Love is following the heart of God

If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal.

If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing.

If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.

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.

Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away. (1 Corinthians 13:1-8)

◇ Love is not found in words or actions. Love is at the center of the heart. Love is not a simple emotion. Love goes beyond emotions and puts God at the center in any situation. Love is following the heart of God. Love is the will to do what is right.

♧ God, help us to live without leaning to the left or right, but following your heart! Holy Spirit, lead us in truth!