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What happens when love is tested in the face of uncertainty?

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As a pastor, I've seen many couples struggle with the uncertainty of love. When love is tested in the face of uncertainty, it's easy to get caught up in the emotions of the moment. But Scripture teaches us that love is not just a feeling, but a responsibility that should be practiced even when it's hard. In fact, perfect love for God shows itself in confidence before God and a deep love for other believers.

When Susan and I were first married, we had to navigate the ups and downs of life together. We had our fair share of disagreements and uncertainties, but we learned to rely on each other and on God's guidance. As a parent, I've seen my children, Joshua and Rebecca, go through similar struggles in their relationships. It's not always easy to know when to hold on and when to let go, but with God's help, we can learn to trust in His plan for our lives.

In our church, we often talk about the importance of testing our commitment to God and to each other. It's not about being perfect, but about being willing to surrender ourselves to God's will, even when it's hard. As the Bible says, "If a person is ever going to do anything for God, they must be willing to take a step in the dark." That's a challenging concept, but it's one that has helped me and my family navigate the uncertainties of life and find true love and commitment to each other and to God.

Sources:

letters of john
john stott
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
true sexual morality
daniel heimbach
meaning of marriage
timothy keller
right thinking in age of chaos
john macarthur
new testament background and message
thomas lea
proverbs
lindsay wilson
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers

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