Deceptive affection can lead individuals astray, causing harm to themselves and others. The book of Proverbs warns against covering sins and betraying trust, emphasizing the importance of honest relationships. In contrast, genuine love is rooted in endurance and perseverance, as seen in Romans, where suffering produces character and hope. Meanwhile, the New Testament letters, such as Jude and 1 John, urge believers to discern and test the spirits, recognizing that not all expressions of love are genuine, and 1 Peter reminds us to be mindful of our actions as the end of all things is near.
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Whoever conceals an offense promotes love, but he who brings it up separates friends.
Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us.
These men are discontented grumblers, following after their own lusts; their mouths spew arrogance; they flatter others for their own advantage.
Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God. For many false prophets have gone out into the world.
The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear-minded and sober, so that you can pray.
Then the devil led Him up to a high place and showed Him in an instant all the kingdoms of the world. “I will give You authority over all these kingdoms and all their glory,” he said. “For it has been relinquished to me, and I can give it to anyone I wish. So if You worship me, it will all be Yours.” But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve Him only.’ ”
Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.”
Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against any of your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the LORD.