June 8, 2023: Love Never Fails

"Love never fails [never fades out or becomes obsolete or comes to an end]. ..." (1 Corinthians 13:8, AMP)

What a powerful statement! Love never fails! Think about what you just read: Love never fails. Paul has just shared fifteen characteristics of agape love, and his summary is: Love never fails! People may let you down. You may let yourself down, but love never fails.

The word translated fail in our passage is the Greek word 'pipto.' It means to fall from a high position or to plunge from an elevated place. Sometimes it was used to speak of a great warrior who dies in battle. 'Pipto' or 'fails' speaks of ruin, destruction, and disappointment. But Paul is saying that agape love will never fall, never fail, and never disappoint!

The word 'never' is written to communicate "Never! Not ever! At no time" will love ever fall, fail, or discourage. This kind of love, agape love, will never come to an end or become obsolete. With this kind of love in our hearts, it must be understood and realized that this kind of love is dependable!

This love is the God kind of love, agape love. It is the highest love known to humanity. It is how God loves. It gives and gives and expects nothing in return to stay motivated to love all the more. Oh, that the church excels in living and giving this kind of love away—to family, acquaintances, and strangers. LOVE NEVER FAILS!!!