Biblical Answer

The Biblical Priority of Love

The Bible teaches that love is paramount in our lives. In fact, Jesus says that the supreme commandment is to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and to love our neighbors as ourselves (Mark 12:30-31). This love is not just a feeling, but a choice that we make every day. It is a choice to prioritize the well-being and interests of others, including God, over our own desires and interests.

The World's Understanding of Love vs. Biblical Love

The world's understanding of love is often focused on selfish desires and lusts, rather than the genuine, selfless love that God commands. This love is not just about feeling good or having a warm fuzzy feeling towards others, but about choosing to put their needs and interests before our own. In fact, the Bible teaches that true love is marked by selflessness, kindness, and a willingness to serve others (Galatians 5:13-14; Philippians 2:3). This love is not just a feeling, but a choice that we make every day.

Prioritizing Love in a World Against Us

So, how do we prioritize love when the world is against us? The answer is that we must choose to love God and others, even when it is difficult or unpopular. We must prioritize the well-being and interests of others, including God, over our own desires and interests. This may involve making sacrifices, putting others before ourselves, and choosing to love even when it is hard. As the Bible teaches, "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" (1 Corinthians 13:4-5). By choosing to prioritize love in our lives, we can demonstrate the true nature of God's love to a world that often rejects it.