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Your Question:
How do we prioritize love when the world around us is falling apart when we're feeling anxious?
Answer:
As a pastor and a husband, I've seen many couples struggle with prioritizing love in the midst of anxiety and hardship. When the world around us seems to be falling apart, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and uncertain about how to move forward. But as I've learned from my own experiences and from scripture, the key to navigating these challenges is to focus on the love of God and the command to love others as we've been loved. When we prioritize love, we begin to see our troubles in a different light. We realize that our struggles are not the center of the universe, but rather a small part of a much larger story. And as we gaze upon the beauty and holiness of God, our anxieties and fears begin to fade. In this sense, love becomes not just a feeling, but a choice - a choice to prioritize the well-being of others, even when it's difficult or uncomfortable. In my own marriage, I've learned that love is not just about feeling affectionate or romantic, but about making a commitment to my wife, Susan, and to our family. It's about putting their needs before my own, even when it's hard. And it's about choosing to love and serve them, even when I don't feel like it. As the Bible says, "Many waters cannot quench love, nor will rivers overflow it" (Song of Solomon 8:7). Love is a powerful and enduring force that can overcome even the greatest challenges.
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depression
edward welch
meaning of marriage
timothy keller
practicing the way
john mark comer
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
biblical critical theory
christopher watkin
right thinking in age of chaos
john macarthur
sacred marriage
gary thomas
true sexual morality
daniel heimbach
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