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Your Question:
What happens when love turns to dust in our daily lives?
Answer:
As a pastor and a husband of 19 years, I've seen many couples struggle with the same issue - when love turns to dust in our daily lives. It's not that the passion and infatuation disappear completely, but rather, it evolves into something deeper and more meaningful. Like a noisy but shallow brook, the initial thrill of romance gives way to a quieter but much deeper river of love and commitment. This is what happened in our marriage with Susan. We were once swept up in the thrill of new love, but over the years, we've come to know each other thoroughly. We've shared countless burdens, repented, forgiven, and been reconciled to each other time and time again. The passion we share now is different from the initial thrill we felt, but it's richer and deeper. We've learned to appreciate the quiet moments together, the laughter, and the adventures we've shared. When love turns to dust, it's not because the love itself has disappeared, but because we've grown and matured together. We've come to realize that our spouse is not the source of our happiness, but rather, they are a partner in our journey together. This is what the Scriptures teach us - that love is not just an emotion, but a choice, a commitment to know and love each other deeply, even when the initial infatuation has worn off.
Sources:
mere christianity
c s lewis
history eschatology
n t wright
philippians colossioan philemon
r kent hughes
meaning of marriage
timothy keller
depression
edward welch
sacred marriage
gary thomas
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
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