Biblical Answer

What Happens When Love Becomes a Daily Choice?

When love becomes a daily choice, it means that we decide to act lovingly, even when the initial emotional explosion of romantic love has faded. This is in contrast to the way our culture often views love, which emphasizes the importance of feelings over actions. However, the Bible teaches that love is a choice, not just an emotional state. When we choose to act lovingly, we demonstrate our commitment to God's will, even when it's difficult or uncomfortable.

This daily choice to love requires us to surrender to God and put His will above our own desires. It means that we must be willing to make sacrifices and put the needs of others before our own. This is not always easy, especially in marriage, where we may feel like we're losing ourselves in the process of loving our spouse. However, as the Bible says, "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud" (1 Corinthians 13:4). When we choose to love in this way, we demonstrate our commitment to God's will and bring glory to Him.

When love becomes a daily choice, it also means that we can't rely on feelings of romantic affection to sustain our relationships. Instead, we must focus on building a strong foundation of love and commitment that can weather the ups and downs of life. This requires effort, dedication, and a willingness to put in the hard work of loving our spouse, even when it's difficult. As the Bible says, "Love is not selfish" (1 Corinthians 13:5). When we choose to love in this way, we demonstrate our commitment to God's will and bring joy and fulfillment to our relationships.