10 Ways to Love

Hey guys! In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, we are looking at ways to love according to scripture. I am always one for pushing out extra love. And of course, this applies for the entire year not just Valentine’s season.

1. Pray (Colossians 1:9) Without Ceasing

Since the day we heard these things about you, we have continued praying for you. This is what we pray: that God will make you completely sure of what he wants by giving you all the wisdom and spiritual understanding you need

2. Forgive (Colossians 3:13) Without punishing

forbearing one another, and forgiving each other, if any man have a complaint against any; even as the Lord forgave you, so also do ye

3. Promise ( Psalm 138:8 & 98:3) Without forgetting

(138) Lord, I know you will do what you have promised. Lord, your faithful love will last forever. You are the one who made us, so don’t leave us!

(98) He has kept his promise of love and loyalty to the people of Israel. People everywhere have seen our God’s power to save.

4. Enjoy ( Philippians 2:14) Without complaint

Do everything without complaining or arguing

5. Give ( Proverbs 21:26) Without sparing

Some people are greedy and never have enough. Good people are generous and have plenty.

6. Listen ( Proverbs 18) Without interrupting

Some people like to do things their own way, and they get upset when people give them advice. Fools don’t want to learn from others. They only want to tell their own ideas. Do something evil, and people will hate you. Do something shameful, and they will have no respect for you. Words from wise people are like water bubbling up from a deep well—the well of wisdom. You must be fair in judging others. It is wrong to favor the guilty and rob the innocent of justice. Fools say things to start arguments. They are just asking for a beating. Fools hurt themselves when they speak. Their own words trap them. People love to hear gossip. It is like tasty food on its way to the stomach. Someone who does careless work is as bad as someone who destroys things. The name of the Lord is like a strong tower. Those who do what is right can run to him for protection. The rich think their wealth will protect them. They think it is a strong fortress. A proud person will soon be ruined, but a humble person will be honored. Let people finish speaking before you try to answer them. That way you will not embarrass yourself and look foolish. A good attitude will support you when you are sick, but if you give up, nothing can help. Wise people want to learn more, so they listen closely to gain knowledge. Gifts can open many doors and help you meet important people. The first person to speak always seems right until someone comes and asks the right questions. The best way to settle an argument between two powerful people may be to use lots. An insulted brother is harder to win back than a city with strong walls. Arguments separate people like the strong bars of a palace gate. Your words can be as satisfying as fruit, as pleasing as the food that fills your stomach. The tongue can speak words that bring life or death. Those who love to talk must be ready to accept what it brings. If you find a wife, you have found something good. She shows that the Lord is happy with you. The poor are polite when they beg for help. The rich are rude with their answer. Some friends are fun to be with, but a true friend can be better than a brother.

7. Trust ( Corinthians 13:7 & Exodus 34:6) Without wavering

(C13:7) Love never gives up on people. It never stops trusting, never loses hope, and never quits.

(E34:6) That is, the Lord passed in front of Moses and said, “Yahweh, the Lord, is a kind and merciful God. He is slow to become angry. He is full of great love. He can be trusted.

8. Share (Ephesians 4:15 & 1 Thessalonians 2:8) Without pretending

(E4:15) No, we will speak the truth with love. We will grow to be like Christ in every way. He is the head

(1T2:8) We loved you very much, so we were happy to share God’s Good News with you. But not only that—we were also happy to share even our own lives with you.

9. Answer (Proverbs 17:1)Without arguing

It is better to have nothing but a dry piece of bread to eat in peace than a whole house full of food with everyone arguing.

10. Speak (James 1:19 & 1 Corinthians 13:1) Without accusing

(J1:19) My dear brothers and sisters, always be more willing to listen than to speak. Keep control of your anger

(1C13:1) Let Love Be Your Guide I may speak in different languages, whether human or even of angels. But if I don’t have love, I am only a noisy bell or a ringing cymbal.

Thanks for stopping by! Please subscribe to receive notifications on all blog post. See you Saturday for my Valentine’s Roundup!

xo Tish

P.S. Without respect, love is lost. Without caring love is boring. Without honesty love is unhappy. Without trust, love is unstable. – unknown