Bible verses for children
Love holds the qualities together.
Colossians 3:14
Above all these things, walk in love, which is the bond of perfection.
Colossians 3:14 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
Love gives unity and purpose to the qualities already named. Kindness, patience and forgiveness are connected rather than separate performances. Loving concern helps us consider the whole person before us.
When helping someone, join patience with honest care rather than only completing the task quickly.
Talk about it
How could love connect several good qualities in one action?
A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
Colossians 3:12–15 describes renewed community life through compassion, forgiveness, love and peace. The bond image places love among these qualities as what brings them into a mature whole.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, let love hold our good intentions together. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.