Love in Real Life – 1 Corinthians 13
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We talk about love all the time — in songs, on cards, and even in little quotes that sound pretty hanging on the wall. Living out love in real life is a whole different story.
The kind of love Paul described in 1 Corinthians 13 isn’t polished or picture-perfect. It’s the kind that keeps showing up when you’re tired, forgives when you’d rather stay mad, and chooses kindness even when it’s not returned.
Love in real life: the Everyday Moments
True love doesn’t need a stage. It’s found in small, ordinary actions that no one else notices.
A gentle word instead of a sharp one.
A pause before reacting.
Grace that replaces frustration.
Living out love in real life means deciding every day to act from faith instead of emotion.
It’s learning to protect the people God placed in your life, trust that He’s working behind the scenes, hold on to hope when the waiting feels long, and keep going when everything inside you wants to quit.
When No One’s Watching
The greatest test of love is in the unseen moments.
How do we respond when no one’s clapping or keeping score?
Do we walk away from gossip, lend a hand to someone who’s struggling, or quietly bless a family that needs help?
Love isn’t about being noticed — it’s about being available.
It’s the quiet, faithful work that whispers, “I’m here, and I care.”
“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love.
But the greatest of these is love.”
— 1 Corinthians 13:13 (NLT)
Final Thoughts
Love isn’t easy, but it’s the one thing that lasts.
It outlives emotions, circumstances, and misunderstandings.
Every time we choose to love like Jesus, we plant a little more light in this world.
So this week, look for one small way to live out love in real life — lend encouragement, forgive, or simply notice someone who feels unseen. You’ll be amazed how much peace grows when love leads the way.
Listen to Episode 24: Love in Real Life
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