Bible verses for children
Love gives the other gifts their purpose.
1 Corinthians 13:13
But now faith, hope, and love remain—these three. The greatest of these is love.
1 Corinthians 13:13 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
Faith trusts God, hope looks towards his good future, and love cares actively. Paul names love greatest. Without love, impressive spiritual abilities can fail to benefit the people around us.
Ask how a skill you enjoy could help someone rather than only earn praise.
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How can love change the way you use an ability?
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Bible context & readings +
First Corinthians 13 responds to a community divided over spiritual gifts. Its ending highlights faith, hope and love after explaining that gifts are incomplete and temporary. Love is central to their proper use.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, let love guide our faith, hope and abilities. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.