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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.

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ŋimiiḏa ŋiaŋ

1 ŋwu ta, nyi kwuturecaŋazi lu tur, lieŋgeri linyi, ŋiɽaŋal ŋi ŋeḏi ŋimɽi ŋeḏi Allah, eḏi ruzi yaŋna yalu karama kimiiḏu, kirlinelu ter, eḏi gi əmi Allah-na. ŋinderṯa ŋu ŋiri ṯikwocalu ṯeḏi rugwor. 2 eṯere kwakiḏaḏa ŋeḏre ŋeḏi kla leḏi ṯurmun mac eḏizaɽani, lakin eṯorɔ lizi liaŋ ṯireca ṯi yey lu ta, ezi ma elŋe ŋeḏi ṯugwor ṯeḏi Allah ŋa ŋeni ŋizaw, na ŋeṯəmi ŋunduŋwu-na, na ŋir minmin.

ŋeḏre ŋizaw haḏiyayi weḏi Ṯigɽim ṯirlinelu ter

3 ŋiɽaŋal ŋi ŋeḏi ṯimeca ṯeḏi ŋimɽi ṯimer nyi inḏeḏa ta, nyi ŋgwu kworacaŋazi lere nyiḏak daŋgal-na eḏere piŋi rɔgwɽɔ ralu mac eḏellini, lakin eṯi ṯeci rɔgwɽɔ ralu ŋiɽaŋal ŋi ŋeḏi ṯəmna, ṯimɔ ŋazi Allah kannaci lere lere. 4 kaka eṯi gwu kwɔmne kweḏi aŋna oɽmaṯi eḏorɔ aŋna wutuput, na eṯi kwɔmne kwuŋwun eḏi ŋɔḏɽor-na ŋir ter ter, 5 ŋwu ṯa, nyiŋa tɔk leni luru, eṯir oɽmaṯi eḏorɔ aŋna wutuput eḏi Kwruztu-na, na lere lere eṯir li kiɽmiḏi-na liḏaḏu. 6 nyiŋa, afar gwu haḏiya wir-na ter ter ŋiɽaŋal ŋi ŋeḏi ṯimeca ṯeḏi ŋimɽi ṯimer nyji inḏeḏa, er yi erri ŋama-ŋamaŋ; ma haḏiya orɔ weḏi ŋiɽya ta, er zi yi andaci ŋinḏeḏa zi Allah, ŋiɽaŋal ŋi ŋeḏi ṯəmna ṯeri; 7 ma haḏiya weri orɔ eḏi zi yi meci liḏaḏu ta, er zi yi meci; ma kwete afi haḏiya eḏi zi yi ilŋiiḏini ta, eḏuŋw zi yi ilŋiiḏini; 8 ma kwete afi haḏiya eḏi zi yi oraci ta, eḏuŋw zi yi ukwazi; ŋgwa kweṯi zi inḏeṯa ta, eḏuŋw zi ami inḏeḏaŋw ṯugwor ṯi; ŋgwa kweṯi zi mulɔtɔ liḏaḏu ta, eḏuŋw zi ecice ŋama-ŋamaŋ; ŋgwa kweṯi zi meci liḏaḏu ŋimɽi ŋi ta, eḏuŋw zi meci ṯinyiŋla ṯi-na tɔk.

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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.

9 eṯizamɽi liira ŋidiny-na; eṯi zi firazi ŋeni ŋiki, eṯi zi miḏa teter ŋeni ŋizaw; 10

eṯamɽaḏizina wuɽe-wuɽeny, kaka kla lir ŋiaŋga; eti zi iɽi-na liḏaḏu beten eḏi rɔgwɽɔ la ralu. 11 etere efrinji ŋimozaŋi eḏi kiici ŋaŋwuzi ŋiɽaŋali mac; eṯerṯelu fori gi kweḏi Ṯigɽim ṯirlinelu ter; eṯəkizi Kwelenyi ŋɔḏɽor. 12 eti nyeŋlena ki ṯəkiza-na talu kizen; eṯindinyani ṯurfa nana ṯir nyɔrɔ nyɔrɔ; eṯari ki yiriny dɔk dɔk. 13 eṯinḏeṯa lizi leni lirlinelu ter liira kwɔmne-na; eṯami enji lirinaŋw.

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.

14 etizortaḏa kla leṯi ŋazi owɽi yey; eṯizortaḏa, eṯizere ɔllɔ mac. 15 eti li nyeŋlena kla leṯi nyeŋlena; eṯi li araḏizi kla leṯari ŋwunda. 16 eti kiɽmiḏi-na; etere piŋi rɔgwɽɔ mac, lakin eti li romḏi lir lɔkwɽeny; eṯere piŋi teḏinayeyna talu mac. 17 eṯi zi ere errici kwere ŋeni ŋiki mac, muŋw zi errici ŋaŋwu ŋeni ŋiki; eṯi zi ireci yey lu eḏizerri ŋizaw ki yey-na yeḏi lizi. 18 mer eni ŋɔŋa, eṯi li eḏi ŋiɽena tatap. 19 limɽi linyi, eṯere əɽiḏizi ŋwoɽa mac, lakin eṯi zi ketize ŋirŋaza ŋeḏi Allah ki rii-na; kaka luḏinar gwu, ŋaruŋw, Kweleny kwaru ŋwa: eṯi hukm orɔ winyi, nenyji ṯa əɽici kaka ṯa ŋa. 20 epa, ma yaŋwu ye kwere kwir ŋa gi ṯuwən, inḏeḏa eḏneya; ma owḏa ye ta, inḏeḏa ŋaw. mezi ṯa errizi ṯa ŋwu ta, a firṯaḏa igəŋi wir ŋwurɔ kinda la luŋwun. 21 eṯere efrinji ŋikyaŋi eḏillazi ŋaŋwu ki mac, lakin eṯi keni illazi ŋikyaŋi ki ŋizana ŋi.

Ori Ruindu Lu roya

1 Ka'do inye, ädrupii maro tana ta yauni para Lu ro ämäri rota, ma rulo'ba ämiri: Nyozo andivo amiro ŋga lidriidriro oloro ronye Lu ri, alokado ago tana ri ugu nda usine usi, ono ni mätu se endaro ämiri ozone owo. 2 Mi'ba taoye andivo amiro ro ko tadriolene taoye 'bädri ono robe, oko mi'ba Lu kotoza ami le ya ya tauni drî amiro ro tozana si kpeye. 'Dooko nyà'dona ndi mbara be ole Lu ro unine, ŋgase orivoya kado ago tana kusi nda be ago orivoya wäṛiro.

3 Ago ta yauni se Lu kozobe märi rota ma ata ami cini ri: Nyusutavo ta andivo amiro ro ko ndrani se beṛo ämiri usune ri. Oko nyà'do ŋgo'bo tavousu amiro ya ago mipe vure andivo amiro ro oso a'do taoma ro se Lu kozobe ämiri ro voro. 4 Ama orivoya ŋga amba be lomvo alodi ya, ago ŋgase cini kwoi kayi losi toto oye. 5 Kpa oso inye, ama ca orivoya amba, ama orivoya lomvo alodi yi rudro'be Kristo be si, ago odro'be ama cini te azi be oso ŋga lomvo ro toto lomvo alo ro ronye. 6 Ka'do inye, ämäri losi oyene ŋgapäṛi se toto Lu kozobe ämäri tai'dwero ndaro si ono voro. Ondro ka'do ŋgapäṛi amaro orivoya ata Lu ro ope, beṛo ämäri oyene taoma se ama be sina si; 7 ondro orivoya ruinduza, beṛo ämäri ruindune; ondro orivoya ŋgaembaza, beṛo ämäri ŋgaembane; 8 ondro orivoya agoago ozoza azii ri, beṛo ämäri oyene inye. Nda se kabe ŋga la'do azii be beṛo oyene ŋgalu si; nda se drikaca be beṛo losi oyene mbarasi; nda se kabe takado oye azii ri beṛo oyene riyä si.

9 Beṛo ŋgalu ri cu a'done kadoro. Ya amiro koso ŋgakozi lomvo. Nyelebe tase kadoro lomvo. 10 Nyulu azi kadoro Kristo'ba ädrupi ro ronye, nyà'do nja taoro ka'dane azi ri. 11 Mìye losi mbarasi ago nyà'do ko tovo ro. Nyinduru Opi ri ya ŋgalu amba be si. 12 Mio'ba amiro ko'ba ami riyäro, nyà'do yaiŋgyi be rriti amiro ya, ago nyämätu tu cini si. 13 Nyàla'do ŋga amiro Kristo'ba azi amiro lemeri be be, ago miru atrai 'bai amiro ya.

14 Nyeji Lu ànya se kabe ami eza ta, nyeji nda ànya äṛune äṛu ko otrine otri. 15 Nyà'do yai'dwesi ànya se yai'dwesi be, nyili ànya se kabe liyi be. 16 Mìri azi be ya alo si. Nyà'do ko driuŋgyi be, oko nyologo ami vuru kamà se vuru oyene, nyusutavo ko mikye iyi tavouni'bai.

17 Ondro 'diaza koye takozi te miri, nyologo votaro ko ndäri takozi oyesi. Nyojo tase 'dicini kabe ondrena a'done kadoro 'do oyene ayani. 18 Miye ŋga cini se kogobe mi resi se o'bana mi ndi orine rritiako liatokpero 'dicini be iyi ayani. 19 Nyòlogo vo takozi ro ko alona, bereazii maro, oko mì'ba kyila Lu ro kologo vona ni. Tana taegyi atate ekye: “Mologona votaro ni, mologona 'da, Opi kani ata nonye.” 20 Oko oso taegyi katabe ronye ekye: “Ondro kyila'baazi miro orivoya täbiri ro, nyozo ŋgaonya ndäri, ondro nda orivoya gyilu be nyozo umvune ndäri, tana ugu tase ono oyene si mi'bana nda ndi a'done driupiro.” 21 Mi'ba takozi kope mi ko ṛe; oko mipe takozi ayani takado si.