Love is a choice, not just a feeling in marriage from "summary" of The Meaning of Marriage by Timothy Keller,Kathy Keller
In marriage, it is common to believe that love is primarily a feeling that comes and goes. However, the truth is that love is not just a feeling, but also a choice that we make every day. It is a decision to commit to someone through thick and thin, in sickness and in health, for better or for worse. This choice to love is what sustains a marriage through the inevitable ups and downs of life. When we view love as only a feeling, we allow external circumstances to dictate the strength of our relationship. But when we understand that love is a choice, we take control of our own actions and reactions. We choose to love our spouse even when they are difficult to love, even when we don't feel like it. This is what it means to love unconditionally, to love as an act of the will rather than just a response to emotions. This concept of choosing to love is rooted in the biblical understanding of marriage. As Christians, we believe that marriage is a covenant relationship, a sacred bond that reflects the love and commitment that God has for us. Just...
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