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Love and relationships are important aspects of life, especially for younger generations navigating friendships, family dynamics, dating, and social connections. In a world where love is often portrayed in a confusing, fleeting, or superficial way, the Bible offers clear and timeless wisdom on what love truly means and how to build healthy relationships.

Here are seven Bible verses that will help guide you through the complexities of love and relationships.

1. 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 — “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”

In a world that sometimes focuses on instant gratification and fleeting emotions, the Bible reminds us that love is more about giving than receiving. Love isn’t just a feeling; it’s a choice to act with kindness and humility, even when it’s hard.

2. Matthew 22:37-39 — “Jesus replied: ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”

Jesus simplifies love and relationships into two commandments: loving God first and then loving others. When your relationships are rooted in love for God, they will naturally reflect a love that values and respects others.

3. Proverbs 17:17 — “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.”

Friendships and community are crucial, especially for the younger generation navigating through life’s challenges. Genuine friends love in every season, not just when it’s easy or convenient. They are there to support you during difficult times, and they offer strength and encouragement when you need it most.

4. 1 John 4:18 — “There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.”

Many young people experience anxiety, fear, or insecurity in relationships, whether it’s fear of rejection, fear of not being enough, or fear of vulnerability. But this verse reminds us that real love, the kind of love God gives, casts out fear. In healthy relationships, love should create a sense of safety, not fear or insecurity. When you’re in a relationship that reflects God’s love, you will feel valued and cherished, not afraid or anxious.

5. Ephesians 4:2-3 — “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.”

In a world where arguments and conflict are common, these verses from Ephesians encourage us to practice humility, patience, and unity in our relationships. It’s not always easy, but maintaining peace and working toward understanding are key aspects of healthy connections. Love isn’t about always being right; sometimes it’s about listening, understanding, and choosing peace over conflict.

6. Song of Solomon 8:4 — “Do not arouse or awaken love until it so desires.”

For young people, particularly in the context of dating and romantic relationships, this verse offers wisdom about timing and patience. Culture often pressures young people to rush into relationships or equates physical attraction with love. However, the Bible encourages us to wait for the right timing, to allow love to grow naturally and genuinely, without rushing into anything prematurely. This ensures that relationships are based on genuine connection and mutual respect.

7. Romans 12:10 — “Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”

Instead of asking, “What can I get out of this relationship?” we are encouraged to honor and respect others, putting their needs ahead of our own. True love is about devotion and commitment, not just convenience or personal gain. When you prioritize honoring others, you build relationships that are strong, meaningful, and lasting.

Conclusion

Navigating love and relationships as a young person can be challenging, especially in a world filled with mixed messages about what love is and how relationships should work. However, these Bible verses provide a clear and countercultural view of love: one that is selfless, patient, kind, and enduring. Love isn’t just about feelings, it’s about action, commitment, and putting others before yourself. When your relationships are rooted in these principles, they will flourish in ways that bring fulfillment, joy, and peace. So, take these truths with you as you navigate love and relationships, always remembering that God’s love is the foundation of all healthy connections.

Midhe gwina gwiyaŋ

1 Nyi gwibupo dagalo, limega lai, ina gwai gwa Kalo, danya dhedha Kaloŋa aŋina yalo, iro ŋinena kwoŋ gwadhi jarimani gwina gwimidho, a gwiŋir didirel, a gwina gwuminyinu di Kalo, gwina gwiro ŋiro ŋalo ŋina ŋibupilo Kalo dagalo. 2 Athanya abrico dhuŋuna dha gidhila ibiga dhajimirejo dugore no; nyabi upeyini ganu duthi ŋadigirenya ŋina ŋiyaŋ, danya uthi idhejuŋw gi dugor ganu dalo darnu aŋ gwiro dhuŋun dhina dhibupo Kalo dhina dhiŋir, a dhuminyinu, a dhina dhiro didima.

Dhuŋun dhina dhiŋir dhadhapai dhan dhedha tur gwa Dhigirim

3 A nyi gwaro minoŋ gi dhuŋun dha niⓐma gwina gwidhedhinyilo gwan liji peth gweta gweta dagalo ganu, athuŋw geto fikr gwan gwidom gwuŋun gwoinyadhanu di fikr gwina gwiŋir duŋwgeta no; ŋwubireye je galo ŋadigireny ŋai ŋina ŋiŋir, gwiro ŋinena guginijina Kalo lijo peth gisma guŋun gi imaan. 4 Gwiro ŋinena uthana agsaam gwoinyadho gi aŋinu yetipo, a agsaam peth gwati gwuthi ŋiro ŋetipo no, 5 a minoŋ alŋa lina loinyadho liro aŋinu yetipo di al Masiiẖ, a alŋa peth liro agsaam gwetipo di gwiter. 6 Abi alŋa luthi dhedhaŋw tur gwina gwiro ter ter gi dhuŋun dha niⓐma gwina gwidhedhijilo, ada dhimaro dha nebiŋa, abricije alabiŋi dhuŋuna dha nebiŋa gwiro ŋinena imaan gwina gwuthana. 7 I dapai ŋiro, abricije alapai ŋiro momaŋ; i gwina gwathalimiye, abricul ŋwalimiye. 8 I gwina gwathola, ŋwola; i gwina gwathidhedha, abricul ŋwudhedha dhugor dhai dhina dhiŋir; a gwina gwathakimiye, ŋwakimiye momaŋ; a gwina gwathaŋiye inaŋw, abricul ŋwina ŋimiri ŋai.

Gawaaniin ga midhe gwa Masiiẖiyiin

Love and Relationships: 7 Bible Verses for Today’s Youth

7 Bible Verses About Loving One Another

The greatest commandment is to love God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. Jesus says that all the law and the prophets depend on these two.

7 Bible Verses About Peace

When you walk with God in peace, everything is different. There may be conflict around you, but worldly conflict and troubles can’t overcome the peace of God.

9 A uminyi, abricul athuŋw uthi ukinejinuŋw ganu no. Doinyul ŋida ŋina ŋike; nyamuthini galo gi ŋidi ŋina ŋiŋir. 10

Uminyejul gweta gweta dagalo ganu uminyi gwai gwa ŋimega; gi dhuŋun dha neye, dhedhul kwijo gweta gweta dagalo ganu kaloŋa gina giŋiranu. 11 Athanya mulo nono gi ŋiro no; buyul ditir Dhigirim dhai; nyupijo Kwelenya ŋiro. 12 Iŋiriyul dugore gi dhunijo; nyamutha dugore gi dhuŋun dhina dhibur; athanya abiŋaijo Kaloŋa ŋwamun peth. 13 Aicaijiyul gi dhuŋun dhina dhathi ŋediŋa bupe lina liŋir didirel; nyuminyi lirina. 14 Barikiyillo lina lathaji irini; nyalbarikiye, athanyal lui no. 15 Iŋiriyul dugore liji lai lina lathiŋir dugore, nyare liji lai lina lathare. 16 Getul afkaar gwalo gweta gweta dagalo ganu gi ŋidi ŋina ŋaicaijiyo ŋetipo. Athanya irijo ŋida je galo ŋina ŋipiŋipa no, nyabi gitijo lijo je lina litilitiny, athanya rui lipilipa gi lidom lalo no. 17 Athanya wurejo kwijo gweta ŋida ŋina ŋike ŋan ŋidi ŋina ŋike no; nyabigeta ŋida ŋina ŋiŋir gi je ganu ja liji peth. 18 Ada nyaŋa limuthi ŋoma, gi dhuŋun dhina dhijajina ganu, jul momaŋ liji lai peth audhaijiye gwai galo. 19 Liji lai lina luminyinu, athanya akimiyo lidom lalo no, nyababricijo kuŋw dhugore kaloŋa. Ŋinena ulinuŋwna, Akimiye gwo diginy; nyi gwaŋa tujo, Kweleny gwarna. 20 Abi ada kwiji gwina gwiro dhuwan dhuŋa gwima jamu eny ganu, dhedhi ŋida ŋa dheny; a ada gwima odha eny, ŋadhedha ŋwiye; ada ŋa gwimapai dhuŋuna ibidha gwimaŋa ura ŋwuraŋ ŋwa iga gi lira alaŋ luŋun. 21 Athaŋa abrico ŋida ŋina ŋike ŋaŋa dhinyi no, ŋabi dhinyi ŋida ŋina ŋike dhuŋun dhai dhina dhiŋir.

Life in God's Service

1 So then, my friends, because of God's great mercy to us I appeal to you: Offer yourselves as a living sacrifice to God, dedicated to his service and pleasing to him. This is the true worship that you should offer. 2 Do not conform yourselves to the standards of this world, but let God transform you inwardly by a complete change of your mind. Then you will be able to know the will of God—what is good and is pleasing to him and is perfect.

3 And because of God's gracious gift to me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you should. Instead, be modest in your thinking, and judge yourself according to the amount of faith that God has given you. 4 We have many parts in the one body, and all these parts have different functions. 5 In the same way, though we are many, we are one body in union with Christ, and we are all joined to each other as different parts of one body. 6 So we are to use our different gifts in accordance with the grace that God has given us. If our gift is to speak God's message, we should do it according to the faith that we have; 7 if it is to serve, we should serve; if it is to teach, we should teach; 8 if it is to encourage others, we should do so. Whoever shares with others should do it generously; whoever has authority should work hard; whoever shows kindness to others should do it cheerfully.

9 Love must be completely sincere. Hate what is evil, hold on to what is good. 10 Love one another warmly as Christians, and be eager to show respect for one another. 11 Work hard and do not be lazy. Serve the Lord with a heart full of devotion. 12 Let your hope keep you joyful, be patient in your troubles, and pray at all times. 13 Share your belongings with your needy fellow Christians, and open your homes to strangers.

14 Ask God to bless those who persecute you—yes, ask him to bless, not to curse. 15 Be happy with those who are happy, weep with those who weep. 16 Have the same concern for everyone. Do not be proud, but accept humble duties. Do not think of yourselves as wise.

17 If someone has done you wrong, do not repay him with a wrong. Try to do what everyone considers to be good. 18 Do everything possible on your part to live in peace with everybody. 19 Never take revenge, my friends, but instead let God's anger do it. For the scripture says, “I will take revenge, I will pay back, says the Lord.” 20 Instead, as the scripture says: “If your enemies are hungry, feed them; if they are thirsty, give them a drink; for by doing this you will make them burn with shame.” 21 Do not let evil defeat you; instead, conquer evil with good.