Unveiling True Love: Biblical Love

Biblical Talks with Elder Michael Tolliver Podcast

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How often do we pause to reevaluate our understanding of love against the tapestry of Biblical truth? Join me, Michael Tolliver, as we peel back layers of cultural myths to reveal the deeply rooted scriptural definition of love. In our enlightening conversation, we dissect the exchange between Jesus and Peter to understand the distinct Greek words for love—agape and philia—and their implications for how we live out love as an actionable choice, not just a transient feeling. Say goodbye to the Greco-Roman myths that have long distorted our view of love and prepare to embrace a more committed, sacrificial love that reflects Christ's example.
When Jesus asked Peter if he loved him, in John 21: 15-17 Jesus used the Greek verb agapao. Agapao is often used to describe self-sacrificial love. But when Peter affirmed his love for Jesus, the Greek verb is phileo, a brotherly kind of love and affection- a love between good friends. Previously Peter had claimed that his love for and commitment to Jesus was superior to that of the other disciples. But after his disappointment and denial he wasn’t willing to be conceited to say that he loved Jesus with a agapao (sacrificial) love.

Listen Biblical love is not first and foremost an emotion. Real love is the decision to compassionately, righteously and sacrificially seek the well-being of another. We are to choose love even when we do not feel like loving because we are called to love others as God has loved us. Our relationship with Christ is first and foremost one of love. Out of our intimate abiding with him we are to extend love to those around us. It is by the mark of love that people are to recognize us as followers of Christ.

Remember love is not first and foremost an emotion. Real love is the decision to compassionately, righteously and sacrificially seek the well-being of another.

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