Biblical Answer

What happens when love becomes a daily choice?

When love becomes a daily choice, it is no longer driven by emotions, but by a commitment to act lovingly, even when it is difficult. This is in contrast to the fleeting nature of romantic love, which can be intense but ultimately unsustainable. As the Bible teaches, love is not a feeling, but a choice, and it is this choice that is the ultimate test of love.

In marriage, this means that love is not just a feeling, but a commitment to act lovingly, even when it is hard. This means making sacrifices, compromising, and putting the needs of others before one's own. It means choosing to love, not just when it is easy, but when it is difficult. This is the kind of love that is described in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, where love is defined as patient, kind, and selfless. This kind of love is not based on emotions, but on a commitment to act in a certain way, even when it is hard.

When love becomes a daily choice, it is no longer dependent on feelings, but on a commitment to act lovingly. This means that even when the initial emotional excitement of a relationship dies down, love can continue to grow and deepen. It means that even when the challenges of life arise, love can be a source of strength and comfort. Ultimately, love is not just a feeling, but a choice, and it is this choice that has the power to transform lives and build strong, lasting relationships. In the words of the Bible, "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres." (1 Corinthians 13:4-7)