God's Nature: Love is a fundamental attribute of God's character.
-1 John 4:8, 1 John 4:16
Greatest Commandment: Love is the greatest commandment, to love God and others.
-Matthew 22:37-40, Mark 12:30-31
Unconditional: Love is unconditional, demonstrated by God's love for humanity.
-John 3:16, Romans 5:8
Action-Oriented: Love is demonstrated through actions, not just words.
-1 John 3:18, James 2:14-17
Selfless: Love is selfless, putting others' needs before one's own.
-Philippians 2:3-4, 1 Corinthians 13:4-5
Types of Love
Agape: Unconditional, selfless love.
-John 3:16, Romans 5:8
Phileo: Brotherly love, friendship.
-John 21:15-17, 1 Thessalonians 4:9
Eros: Romantic love.
-Song of Solomon, Ephesians 5:25-33
Characteristics of Love
Patient: Love is patient and kind.
-1 Corinthians 13:4
Kind: Love is kind and generous.
-1 Corinthians 13:4, Luke 6:35
Forgiving: Love forgives and seeks reconciliation.
-Colossians 3:13, Matthew 6:14-15
Sacrificial: Love is willing to sacrifice for others.
- John 15:13, 1 John 3:16
Biblical Examples
God's Love: Demonstrated through Jesus' sacrifice.
-John 3:16, Romans 5:8
Jesus' Love: Demonstrated through his ministry and sacrifice.
-John 13:1, 1 John 3:16
Love in Action: Demonstrated through acts of kindness and service.
-1 John 3:18, James 2:14-17
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