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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, I've seen many people struggle with anxiety and feeling overwhelmed by the world around them. When we're feeling anxious, it's easy to get caught up in our own worries and fears, and lose sight of what's truly important. But I believe that prioritizing love is key to finding inner peace and hope, even in the midst of chaos. When we focus on loving others, we begin to see the world in a different light. We start to recognize that our troubles are not as big as they seem, and that God is still on the throne, even when things seem darkest. As the Bible says, "Many waters cannot quench love, nor will rivers overflow it" (Song of Solomon 8:7). This doesn't mean that we won't face challenges or difficulties, but it means that we can face them with confidence and hope, knowing that God is with us. In my own marriage, I've learned that prioritizing love means making a conscious choice to put my wife Susan first, even when I don't feel like it. It means communicating with her, listening to her, and showing her love and appreciation, even when I'm not feeling romantic or affectionate. It's a choice that requires effort and commitment, but it's one that has brought joy and peace to our relationship, and has helped us navigate even the toughest challenges.
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edward welch
meaning of marriage
timothy keller
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john mark comer
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robertson mcquilkin
biblical critical theory
christopher watkin
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john macarthur
sacred marriage
gary thomas
true sexual morality
daniel heimbach
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