True love is trusting ...
        not jealous, suspicious, or anxious.

True love is committed ... consistent in loving ...
        not fickle, wavering, undependable.

True love is kind ... gentle ... full of grace.
        It always seeks harmony.
        It is not harsh, irritable, or mean-spirited.

True love is patient ... longsuffering ...
        not impatient, quick-to-accuse, intolerant,
        or unwilling to endure with composure.

True love is forgiving and merciful.
        It does not look for faults.
        It does not criticize or condemn.
        It does not harbor bitterness.
        It will cover the multitude of sins.

True love overflows with thanksgiving and joy.
        It is not a gloomy complainer.
        It is appreciative and complimentary.
        It is smiling, encouraging, reassuring.

True love is meek and humble.
        It is respectful, accommodating, yielding.
        It is not proud, puffed up, or head-strong.
        It is not self-willed, haughty, or demanding.

True love is peaceable.
        It is peace-loving and peace-nurturing.
        It is not confrontational or contentious.
        It is not touchy or easily offended.
        It will not be overtaken by wrath or rage.

True love is reflected in Spirit-controlled moderation:
        Calm restraint, temperance, tranquility.
        A pure heart, soft-spoken, gentle.
        Heavenly-minded, not worldly-minded.

True love culminates in serving others ...
        with a willing and a cheerful heart
        and without seeking anything in return.