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Ten Ways To Love - #1 & 2: Listen and Speak

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One could say that February is considered the month of "love". Smack dab in the middle of the month is Valentine's Day....the day couples celebrate love. For some, love is a mushy sentiment, which includes sending love letters and poetry, flowers and candy. Some believe that the evidence of love should be butterflies in your stomach, holding hands, cuddling, and kissing. And unfortunately, many believe sex equals love.  The Bible talks a lot about love. Interestingly enough, none of the abo ve is ever mentioned as defining love. That's because love is much more than the temporary emotions, physical pleasure, or outward appearances.  1 Corinthians 13 is considered the 'love chapter' of the Bible. Most Christians are familiar with this chapter and it's definition of love. But, we can find the subject of love and what characteristics are evidence of "real" love throughout the Bible.    Here is a list of just a few ways to 'r