Biblical Answer

The Dying Flame: Can Love Revive It?

When we're feeling overwhelmed, it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters. In our pursuit of love, we often focus on the initial emotional explosion, only to find that it fades away as time passes. However, this is not what true love is about. True love is not a fleeting feeling, but a deep and abiding commitment to one another. It's not about the thrill of the moment, but about the journey of growth and transformation that comes with it.

The Bible teaches us that love is not just a feeling, but a choice. In 1 Corinthians 13:3, it says, "If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing." This verse reminds us that love is not just about grand gestures, but about the everyday choices we make to prioritize and care for one another. When we're feeling overwhelmed, it's easy to forget this, and to focus on our own needs and desires. But true love is about putting others first, and seeking to understand and support one another through the ups and downs of life.

In this sense, love can indeed revive a dying flame. But it requires a willingness to put in the work, to grow and learn together, and to trust in God's sovereignty over our lives. As the Bible says in Psalm 46:10, "Be still and know that I am God." When we learn to trust in God's goodness and love, we can begin to see our relationships in a new light, and to experience the kind of love that truly lasts. This is not just a feeling, but a deep and abiding commitment to one another, rooted in the love of God.