JOHN 15:13 Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. Here’s how this verse has been misinterpreted: The greatest act of love you could show is to lay down your own life for the good of others, even when it’s to your own detriment. Here’s what this verse actually means: Remember, Jesus literally laid down His one glorious life one time and it was for a high and holy purpose. Jesus didn’t lay down His life to enable evil, perpetuate unholy or irresponsible behaviors, or to try and keep others happy.