In this study from 1 Corinthians 13, we explore one of the most challenging truths about godly love: “Love does not rejoice in wrongdoing.” Even when we would never say it out loud, our hearts can quietly celebrate when someone else experiences consequences. But God calls us to something higher.
In this lesson we discuss:
Why love leaves justice to God
The danger of secret satisfaction and resentment
How mercy changes our reactions
Why restoration matters more than payback
What it means to truly love like God
Real love doesn’t delight in someone’s failure — it longs for redemption.
What does it really mean when the Bible says “love keeps no record of wrongs”? In this powerful installment of the Love Like God study, we explore one of the most challenging aspects of biblical love—letting go of resentment.
So often, we carry an invisible ledger in our hearts, remembering every hurt, every harsh word, every moment that wounded us. But Scripture calls us to something deeper. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 13:5 and reinforced by Jesus’ parable of the unforgiving servant, this message reveals a life-changing principle: Forgiven people forgive people.
This doesn’t mean ignoring pain or pretending wrong didn’t happen. It means choosing freedom over bondage… releasing the debt instead of collecting it… and refusing to use past hurts against others.
Key Takeaway: Forgiveness isn’t just a gift to the offender—it’s freedom for you. As you watch, consider this question: Whose name is still written in your book?
What if the biggest test of love isn’t found in life’s major moments… but in the small, everyday frustrations?
In this study from Love Like God, we take a deep dive into one of the most convicting phrases in 1 Corinthians 13: “Love is not irritable.”
Most of us don’t struggle to love in big, dramatic situations.
We struggle in the ordinary ones—interruptions, criticism, slow drivers, repeated questions. The little things that quietly reveal what’s really going on in our hearts.
In this video, we explore:
What “not irritable” really means in Scripture
Why irritation is often a heart issue—not a people problem
How Jesus modeled strength through restraint
A simple, practical way to respond differently this week
You’ll walk away challenged, encouraged, and equipped with a simple rhythm to help you respond with Christlike love: Pause. Pray. Reframe.
Because loving like God doesn’t just change what we do…
it changes how we react.
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If you have just a few minutes, I want to share something exciting with you—my new book Loved By God is now available!
This book is a companion to Love Like God, where we walked through the biblical definition of love found in 1 Corinthians 13. But this time, the focus turns personal. Instead of asking how we love others, we explore a deeper question: Does God really love me?
In Loved By God, I take you on a 31-day journey through Scripture, exploring the depth, reality, and power of God’s love for you. Each day is designed to help you not just understand God’s love—but truly experience it.
If you’ve ever struggled with questions like:
“Does God really love me?”
“Where is God in the middle of my circumstances?”
“How can I be sure of His love?”
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My prayer is simple—that this book would encourage you, strengthen your faith, and remind you of a truth that never changes: You are deeply loved by God.
If this video encouraged you, feel free to share it with someone who needs that reminder today.
Thank you for watching—and I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments!
In part 6 of our Love Like God study, we take a closer look at one of the shortest — yet most convicting — statements in 1 Corinthians 13: “Love is not rude.”
It sounds simple… but it reaches deeper than we often realize.
Rudeness isn’t usually loud or obvious. It shows up in everyday moments — a sharp tone, an interruption, a lack of gratitude, or being kind to strangers while short with the people closest to us. These small moments may seem insignificant, but over time, they can quietly damage the relationships that matter most.
In this video, we explore:
What the Bible really means when it says love is not rude
How rudeness is often rooted in self-centeredness
Why we tend to treat loved ones worse than strangers
And how the example of Jesus Christ reshapes the way we speak and respond to others
Biblical love isn’t about grand gestures — it’s revealed in ordinary conversations. When we replace rudeness with respect, we begin to reflect the heart of Christ in everyday life.
Ask yourself:
Do the people closest to me feel honored by the way I speak to them?
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What if the greatest obstacle to love isn’t hatred… but pride?
In this session of our Love Like God study, we explore one of the most subtle yet powerful truths in 1 Corinthians 13:4—“love is not arrogant.”
Arrogance isn’t always loud or obvious. Sometimes it shows up quietly—serving, giving, helping… but hoping to be noticed. And when that happens, love begins to shift. It becomes less about others and more about ourselves.
In this teaching, you’ll discover:
Why arrogance quietly pushes people away
The difference between serving and performing
How true love reflects the humility of Christ
What it looks like to love without needing recognition
Through Scripture like Romans 5:8 and Luke 17, we’re reminded that God’s love was never about applause—it was about sacrifice. And when we learn to love the same way, it transforms our relationships.
You might be surprised what happens when you give away the spotlight.
In this session of our Love Like God Bible study, we take a deeper look at one short but powerful phrase from 1 Corinthians 13:4: “Love does not envy.”
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