Sincerity] It is doubtful whether the Gk. can mean this; better, 'incorruption' (1 Corinthians 15:42; 1 Corinthians 15:50; 1 Corinthians 15:53) or 'iacorruptibility.' It is those who love with an imperishable love that are meant: there must be neither decrease nor decay. 'Those who were “chosen in Him before the foundation of the world” (Ephesians 1:4) retain their love for Him undiminished after the world itself has passed away.' A worthy conclusion to this immortal Epistle!

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