In Corinthians 13:1-3, Paul listed some attributes that fall into the great, but not the greatest category of one-hit wonders known to human beings : FAITH & HOPE... But nothing can compete with the greatest attribute of all: LOVE.
In the bible, love is a one hit wonderful. if you are going to be known for anything, let it be LOVE. Your lifelong goal should be to embody the diverse characteristics of love found in 1cor 13.
Unfortunately, the English language is limited to only one word to describe the many types, As a result,our understanding of genuine love is inadequate.. I love the Greek Language, I can't speak nor understand it but it just has a way of making every word come alive. The Greek langueage has several words for Love.
EROS- romantic love
PHILIA- friendship
And there are so much more, but Paul used the Greek word AGAPE to describe the love that is divine,the love that originates from God,the love that is eternal, the love that never fails.....remember John 3:16??(if you don't then your Sunday school teacher should be spanked).. yes that kind of love that one can sacrifice ones life or child for.
Verses 4-7 describes the many facets of this pre-eminent type of love....PATIENCE, KINDNESS, PERSEVERANCE AND HOPE.
So here is a challenge for you: Live today seeking the greatest of all attributes. Try to express the heart of Biblical love in all that you say and do. Let today be your love song,you one-hit wonderful to everyone you encounter.
...thing is, even the greeks didnt have complete definitions..eros didnt always mean what we know it to mean now..but no matter..thanks for the reminder..:)
ReplyDelete