“And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity.” 1 Corinthians 13:13
We will find that the word “love” is mentioned in the Bible in some form around 373 times. Upon closer study, one can find that the Greek language has three notable words for love in the Bible: Philo (brotherly love), Eros (physical love in marriage), and Agape (unconditional love of God). Charity is the Agape love of God. It is a love that is comprehensive and pure.
True Agape love is missing in most relationships at work, at school, and at home. Most homes know nothing about the true agape love rather their lives are filled with pride and selfishness. The way to grow in our faith and our maturity is to love as Christ loved and be humble. Humility is not disliking one’s self but rather thinking less of one’s self.
Charity in 1 Corinthians 13 is a special kind of love. Agape love is the highest form of love. This type of love can only come from the Lord.
