Love is a unique and wonderful experience. Unfortunately, genuine love can be easily imitated by a fleeting passion. But as time goes by and considering the difficulties that a relationship goes through, the imitation disappears and the truth comes out.
Only true love can pass the test of time and trial. Give any relationship time and ask the Lord, by faith, to show you whether it is a true relationship or just an imitation.
In 1 Corinthians 13, Paul offers the definition of love. The qualities of love presented by Paul in this chapter are a standard that will help you figure out whether what you're experiencing is love or just a passing passion.
Read 1 Corinthians 13 carefully and ask the Lord to speak directly to your heart. Read this chapter again and pause after each verse, pondering upon the question: What I am experiencing now, corresponds to the description in this verse?