The transformative power of love is illustrated through a sociology study where 176 out of 180 boys from Baltimore slums achieved remarkable success as adults. Their secret? A teacher who simply loved them. This exemplifies how love isn't merely an emotion but an active force rooted in God's nature.In 1 Corinthians 13:4, Paul describes love using verbs, not adjectives - emphasizing what love does rather than what it feels like. Love is patient, meaning long-suffering with others' weaknesses and slow to anger, like Abraham Lincoln appointing Edwin Stanton despite previous insults. Love is kind, coming alongside others to make their way easier, as Jesus demonstrated with the woman at the well. Simultaneously, love restrains negative behaviors: it doesn't envy others' success or possessions, doesn't boast about accomplishments, and isn't proud or self-inflated.The path to becoming more loving requires Christ to increase in our lives while we decrease, as John the Baptist stated. This transformation happens when we intentionally practice patience and kindness in our relationships while restraining jealousy, boasting, and pride. True love isn't about feeling loving—it's about consistently doing loving things, especially when it's difficult.