Resentment is the natural byproduct of two imperfect people living together. Choosing love means making the proactive decision to process and release bitterness.
How does one "choose" love when the feeling isn't present? It involves several daily disciplines: Resentment is the natural byproduct of two imperfect
If love were merely a feeling, it would be impossible to promise it "until death do us part." You cannot logically promise to feel a certain way in thirty years, but you can promise to act a certain way. Viewing love as a choice elevates it from a chemical reaction to an act of the will. The "God’s Sophistication" Perspective It involves several daily disciplines: If love were
Just as spiritual faith is tested in moments of silence, love is tested in moments of friction. Choosing to love when your partner is "unlovable" is the highest expression of this sophistication. Choosing to love when your partner is "unlovable"
When we believe love is a choice, we become "love-creators." We understand that the "dry seasons" are a natural part of the cycle. Instead of asking, "Do I still feel in love?" we ask, "How can I best love my partner today?" This shifts the power back into our hands, providing a stable foundation that can weather any storm.