Title: Agape Love.

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“But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8 KJV 

Understanding Different Types of Love:
- Agape Love: This is the highest form of love — selfless, sacrificial, and unconditional. It reflects God’s love for humanity. “But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” (Romans 5:8). Agape love seeks the good of others without expecting anything in return.  
- Sensual Love: This is based on physical attraction and pleasure. While it can be part of marriage, outside of God’s design it can lead to selfishness and misuse.  
- Lustful Love: Lust is a distorted desire that focuses only on satisfying personal cravings. “For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world.” (1 John 2:16).  
- Infatuation: This is an intense but short-lived passion or admiration. It often fades quickly because it is not rooted in commitment or truth.
Counsel for Young People:
- Wait for the Right Time: True love is patient. “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.” (1 Corinthians 13:4). Rushing into relationships without maturity or guidance can lead to regret.  
- Honor Parents’ Counsel: In many cultures, including biblical tradition, parental consent is vital before marriage. Respecting parents shows wisdom and obedience. “Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.” (Ephesians 6:1).  
- Sexual Purity: God designed sex for marriage, not before. “Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral.” (Hebrews 13:4). Waiting preserves dignity, trust, and God’s blessing.  
Closing Reflection: Agape love is the model we should follow — a love that reflects Christ’s sacrifice and purity. Young people are encouraged to embrace patience, seek God’s guidance, and honor their parents before stepping into romantic commitments. True love waits, and when it is nurtured in God’s timing, it flourishes beautifully.

Which are you involved in? Anything outside agape is not permitted for the unmarried while lust and infatuation are both sinfull for all. Not permitted under any guise. Seek counsel before you get involved and be married to enjoy your God given love life. Share this with your contacts. ©Dr. Joel Olanrewaju, gbemide09@gmail.com. Shalom.

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