Biblical Answer

What does love look like in the midst of chaos when life gets busy?

The Imperfect Nature of Love

Love is not a feeling that is always present, especially when life gets busy. As Gary Chapman notes, the "in-love phase" typically lasts several months to two years, and after that, feelings can erode. In fact, we can feel impatient with someone we love, and this feeling can even interfere with our loving feelings. This is because love is not just a feeling, but a choice that we make every day. It's a decision to prioritize our relationship with others and to serve them with godly motives, even when it's hard.

Love in the Daily Routine

When life gets busy, it's easy to get caught up in the daily routine and forget about love. But this is where love is most needed. As Frank Sheed notes, love is not just about grand gestures, but about the small, everyday actions that we take to show love to others. It's about being present with them, even when it's hard, and being willing to serve them with humility and kindness. This is the kind of love that can bring joy and satisfaction to our relationships, even in the midst of chaos.

God's Love as a Model

Ultimately, our understanding of love should be shaped by God's love for us. His love is not subject to fluctuations, but is as unchangeable as His being. It's a love that attends every moment of our lives, even the toughest, loneliest, and most painful moments. This is the kind of love that we should strive for in our relationships with others. It's a love that is selfless, humble, and willing to serve others, even when it's hard. By following God's example, we can learn to love others in a way that is real, lasting, and transformative.