So what does love always perseveres mean?
Lets look at the definition of persevere. According to Cambridge online dictionary, it means:
to try to do or continue doing something in a determined way, despite difficulties.
In other words, love always tries to do or continue doing something in a determined way, despite difficulties.
Loving others can be difficult and at times we really do not want to love them, but we must despite what they say, do, have said, have done, or anything else that may drive you away. This does not mean we do not hold them accountable, we must. It means that we love them no matter what.
We do not get a choice in this. Think of this way. If God had stopped loving us because we sinned, but instead held us accountable and punished us for sins instead of sending His son to die for all of our sins so we have a chance at salvation. God is determined to save as many of us as He can, but we must do our part.
Do you give up on those you love at the first sign of difficulty? This attitude needs to change and I urge you to pray to God for help.