What does love do when it could win the argument but wound a heart? In this episode of Born to be a Butterfly, host Nina Pajonas continues our 1 Corinthians 13 series with verse 5—“Love does not dishonor others; it is not self-seeking.” We unpack the biblical meaning of dishonor (shame, contempt, slander), how self-centeredness quietly drives it, and what Christlike love looks like in real life. Nina shares personal insight on church hurt, gossip, and shame—and how Jesus restores dignity and redirects our hearts toward humility, healing, and transformation. You’ll hear Scripture, practical steps to guard your words, reconcile relationships, and serve without seeking credit, plus reflection questions and a closing prayer. If you’ve wrestled with comparison, criticism, or being misunderstood, this conversation will help you honor others without abandoning truth—and grow in spiritual maturity.

Listen for:

• What “dishonor” means in the Bible (and why it’s so destructive)

• How “not self-seeking” reframes conflict, community, and service

• Practical ways to resist gossip, shame, and performative kindness

• Reflection prompts + prayer for freedom, integrity, and Christlike love

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