Can love turn to dust in our daily lives?

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As a pastor and a husband, I've seen my fair share of relationships that have withstood the test of time. My wife Susan and I have been married for 19 years, and I can attest that love doesn't always feel like a warm, fuzzy feeling. Sometimes it's a choice, a commitment to put the other person's needs before our own. When we're feeling dry or cold, it's easy to get caught up in the idea that love has turned to dust. But I believe that's when we need to dig deeper and remember why we fell in love in the first place.

For Susan and me, it's not just about the emotions; it's about the commitment we've made to each other. We've learned to love each other sacrificially, putting the other person's needs before our own. It's not always easy, but it's what makes our relationship strong. I think that's what the Bible means when it says that love is not just an emotion, but a choice. It's a choice to put the other person first, even when it's hard. And that's what I try to teach my congregation, that love is not just a feeling, but a decision.

As a father, I've seen my children go through their own struggles with love. My son Joshua and daughter Rebecca are both at an age where they're learning to navigate their own relationships. And I'm reminded that love is a choice, not just a feeling. It's a choice to put the other person first, to listen to them, to serve them. And that's what I try to model for them, not just in my marriage, but in my relationships with them. Love may not always feel like a warm, fuzzy feeling, but it's a choice that we make every day.

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