What Is True Love?




The search for true love has virtually been embedded in every one of us. From birth to death, this desire is very much present in us; from seeking attention or approval or praise from family members, friends or even strangers to sympathy from others in times in times of need. It’s like we’re ‘love-seekers.

However, there has been a grand misconception of this very delicate issue. Many think true love is what is portrayed on the TV as ‘romance’. In fact, most assumptions are derived from what we see or get from the social media.

So many think it’s a love letter, a romantic evening, holding hands, an accidental locking of the eyes or a truck load of gifts. Although, these can be expressions of what one feels, true love goes much deeper within.

The greatest act of love captures the real meaning of love which is the gruesome crucifixion of Christ for us (John 3:16). There is actually no greater love than this (John 15:16).

                TRUE LOVE IS SACRIFICE; IT’S ABOUT THE OTHER PERSON.

It’s like a parent’s love for their children, sacrificing anything including time, resources, talent and even life not asking for anything in return or seeking to take advantage of them.


This is the greatest commandment Christ gave us (Love God, Love People) because He knew the enormous importance of it. So please as we begin the next month and gradually end the year, let’s take advantage of every opportunity to show love… Who knows? You might just save a life!

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  1. UnknownDecember 25, 2016 at 8:09 AM

    The greatest force on earth is love, it binds us together with those we truly love. It's freely given to man by God. When I truly love then can I sacrifice, trust and be faithful. Apostle Paul description in 1 Cor 13 is astounding.

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  2. Funmi ObiJanuary 27, 2017 at 11:46 PM

    Indeed... It's God's infinite love that created, sustains and orchestrates the universe!

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