1 Corinthians 13:6 — English NIRV 1996 - Copyrighted only for Website
Love is not happy with evil. But it is full of joy when the truth is spoken.
What Does This Mean?
This verse is from Paul's letter to the Corinthians and says that true love doesn't celebrate bad behavior but finds joy in what is right and truthful. It teaches us about the nature of genuine love.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a friend who always tells the truth, even when it’s hard. True love would be happy for your friend because they're being good, not because someone else was naughty. That's what this verse means.
Historical Background
1 Corinthians was written by Paul around 53-54 AD to address issues in the Corinthian church, including divisions and moral problems. The letter aims to promote unity and spiritual maturity among believers.
Living It Out Today
In a workplace, someone might be tempted to laugh at a coworker's mistake, but true love would instead focus on supporting them and helping them learn from their error.
