The Most Misused Word in Christianity | Fruit of the Spirit Series Ep. 1 LOVE
From Happy & Healthy with Jeanine Amapola by Jeanine Amapola
June 5, 2026 · 31 min
About this episode
The episode explores the concept of biblical love as the first fruit of the Spirit, contrasting it with worldly definitions and emphasizing its importance in relationships and faith.
Welcome to the first episode of our new Fruit of the Spirit series! 🍎🌿 We're kicking things off with love—the first fruit listed in Galatians 5:22 and the foundation for every other fruit that follows. But what does biblical love actually look like? Is it a feeling, a choice, or something more? In this episode, we unpack the different Greek words for love, why Jesus said loving God is the greatest commandment, and how our ability to love others flows directly from our relationship with Him. We'll also talk about the difference between the world's definition of love and the sacrificial, selfless love that Christ demonstrated for us. Whether you're struggling to love difficult people, wanting stronger relationships, or simply desiring to grow closer to God, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to pursue the kind of love that never fails. Key Scriptures: Galatians 5:22–23 Matthew 22:37–39 1 Corinthians 13 1 John 4 💛 If this episode encourages you, be sure to share it with a friend and join us next week as we continue our Fruit of the Spirit series. Buy my book Becoming Happy and Healthy <3 If you’d like to partner with Jeanine as a sponsor for the Happy & Healthy…
People in this episode
Host: Jeanine Amapola
Topics covered
- love
- Fruit of the Spirit
- Christianity
- relationships
- biblical love
Keywords
- love
- Fruit of the Spirit
- Christianity
- Galatians 5:22
- selfless love
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Becoming Happy and Healthy
Places: Galatians, Matthew, 1 Corinthians, 1 John
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