Grace Abounds Ministries

  Today, we will be discussing "Love thinks no evil" ( 1 Corithians 13:5 ) So, what does it mean when the Bible says, "Love thinks no evil"? I see it in two ways, namely: It means that one does not keep a record of wrongs done to them, nor do they dwell on the evil done to them or constantly ponder upon it. Someone who is influenced by Christ's love does not impute evil or reckon it against the one who has committed it. Because someone who has received Christ's love understands the gravity of the sin they have committed, yet they have received forgiveness. Therefore, It will not be a callous and unforgiving heart that keeps tabs on people's errors and mistakes. But when we have come to terms with the love we have received from Christ, we will not hold people captive with the evil they have done against us. We will not keep them in our hearts. Actually, when love encounters evil, love will displace it. The reason we might harbor evil in our hearts is that...

1 Corinthians 13:5  1 Peter 2:21-23 I've often heard people wonder, "How is it possible that Christ never sinned?" While there are numerous insights I could share on this topic, let's focus on one thing: Peter, who was closest to Jesus, serves as a firsthand witness. Whatever he conveyed about Christ holds true. Consider this perspective. Peter remarked, "For this reason you were called." What reason is that? To understand, look at the preceding verse where he discussed enduring insults or mistreatment even when you've done well. Now, here's what Apostle Peter clarified: "We are called to endure insults and assaults, especially when we're on the right path." When people incite us and act against us, God's call for us is not just to tolerate, but to respond with love. Remember, this suffering is an integral part of your life as a Christian, not in the sense of material lack, but in enduring mistreatment. Particularly as Christians, t...

I n today's article, my focus rests on the profound statement, "Love is not provoked" (1 Corinthians 13:5). To be provoked implies irritation and anger, emotions that external circumstances can evoke. It involves a response from within us, shaped by various influences. Often, provoked reactions stem from handing over our emotional control to external forces. This lack of emotional restraint leads to consistent irritation and retaliation due to the absence of a stabilizing force within us. Our emotions become vulnerable to triggers, causing us to react impulsively. What we truly need is an inner anchor, a binding force that prevents us from succumbing to the destructive path of Cain. In 2 Corinthians 5:14, the Bible emphasizes the power of Christ's Love that constrains us. The binding force that can secure our emotions is the Love of God. This force enables us to remain serene and joyful even in the face of adversity. It transforms our inclination towards hatred into a...

In our exploration of the fruit of the Spirit, we turn our attention to the profound concept of love, viewed from the perspective of God. Often, our understanding of love falls short of its true essence, but God, being the personification of love, holds the perfect definition. Love originates from Him and flows through us as we draw near to Him. Referring to 1 Corinthians  13:5, we come across the aspect of love that declares, "Love does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil." Today, our focus lies on the phrase, "Love does not seek its own," aptly expressed as "love does not selfishly seek its own" in TPT. What does this mean? It conveys that divine love transcends self-centeredness, where personal happiness is not pursued at the expense of others. A heart motivated by God's love considers the needs and well-being of others, above its desires. However, it is important to understand that "not seeking you...