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Infatuation: the state of being completely carried away by unreasoning passion, an addictive love. Love: can be described as feeling of intense affection for the other person, interpersonal love.
Infatuation is often lost in emotions; Love is a decision and commitment to work through conflict instead of giving up. Infatuation is often selfish and uncontrollable; Love is physical chemistry over a long period of time.
Infatuation can be short-lived and self-centered; Love wants intimacy, commitment, security, and desire to please the other person.
Infatuation has a sense of urgency, intensity, sexual desire, and high-risk choices; Love is faithful, loyal, confident, and a willingness to make sacrifices for the other person.
Infatuation takes off fast but the feeling begins to fail; Love can have a time of infatuation but then deepen into care.
Love is a choice. (Deuteronomy 30:19-20, NKJV)
Blessings and curses in your life and marriage come as a result of the choices you make. You don’t fall in and out of love. (1 Corinthians 13:8, NCV, MSG; 1 Corinthians 13:4, MSG)
4 Ways to reconnect.
Go to church together. (Hebrews 10:25, NKJV; Psalm 127:1, NKJV)
Make sure you are both saved. (2 Corinthians 5:17, NKJV, AMP; John 13:34-35, NKJV)
Be around the right influences. (1 Corinthians 15:33, CEV)
Practice the right actions over and over. (1 Corinthians 13:4-5, NCV)
In His Image
In the profound journey of faith, one of the foundational beliefs that deeply enrich our understanding of ourselves and our purpose in life is the biblical assertion that we are made in the image of God. This concept is far more than a mere religious statement; it's a declaration of our inherent value and dignity. Genesis 1:27 tells us, "So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them." This passage illuminates the extraordinary worth placed upon us, indicating that our resemblance to God transcends the physical, touching on our capacity for love, moral discernment, creativity, and relationship-building. It's this spiritual likeness to our Creator that distinguishes us within the entirety of creation.
How do we prepare the next generation for success? Tune into this insightful message from Ps. Leanne, as she gleans wisdom on avoiding the pitfalls of those who have gone before us from the life of Samson.
Infatuation can be short-lived and self-centered; Love wants intimacy, commitment, security, and desire to please the other person.
Infatuation has a sense of urgency, intensity, sexual desire, and high-risk choices; Love is faithful, loyal, confident, and a willingness to make sacrifices for the other person.
Infatuation takes off fast but the feeling begins to fail; Love can have a time of infatuation but then deepen into care.
Love is a choice. (Deuteronomy 30:19-20, NKJV)
Blessings and curses in your life and marriage come as a result of the choices you make. You don’t fall in and out of love. (1 Corinthians 13:8, NCV, MSG; 1 Corinthians 13:4, MSG)
4 Ways to reconnect.
Go to church together. (Hebrews 10:25, NKJV; Psalm 127:1, NKJV)
Make sure you are both saved. (2 Corinthians 5:17, NKJV, AMP; John 13:34-35, NKJV)
Be around the right influences. (1 Corinthians 15:33, CEV)
Practice the right actions over and over. (1 Corinthians 13:4-5, NCV)
In the profound journey of faith, one of the foundational beliefs that deeply enrich our understanding of ourselves and our purpose in life is the biblical assertion that we are made in the image of God. This concept is far more than a mere religious statement; it's a declaration of our inherent value and dignity. Genesis 1:27 tells us, "So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them." This passage illuminates the extraordinary worth placed upon us, indicating that our resemblance to God transcends the physical, touching on our capacity for love, moral discernment, creativity, and relationship-building. It's this spiritual likeness to our Creator that distinguishes us within the entirety of creation.
Understanding that we bear God's image is both elevating and challenging. It invites us to live lives that reflect the nobility of this divine attribution. This perspective encourages us to conduct ourselves with integrity, extend unconditional love, and serve others with a spirit of humility. When we grasp the magnitude of our value in God's eyes, it profoundly transforms our self-view and the manner in which we engage with those around us. Every person bears this sacred imprint, compelling us to treat each other with the utmost respect, compassion, and kindness, in acknowledgment of the God-given dignity inherent in every individual.
Moreover, recognizing ourselves as made in God's image has a profound effect on our spiritual journey. A.W. Tozer once said, "What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us." This insight reveals that understanding our creation in God's likeness should draw us nearer to Him, encouraging a vibrant and personal relationship. It challenges us to reflect God's character through our actions, attitudes, and ambitions. In a world fraught with challenges and distractions, the awareness that we are made in the image of God anchors our identity and purpose. It reminds us that our calling is to be beacons of light in the darkness, mirroring the love and truth of our Creator in all that we do.
Just a thought,
Pastor Steve Smothermon - Legacy Church - Albuquerque, New Mexico
Saving Samson - Ps. Leanne Matthesius
Moreover, recognizing ourselves as made in God's image has a profound effect on our spiritual journey. A.W. Tozer once said, "What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us." This insight reveals that understanding our creation in God's likeness should draw us nearer to Him, encouraging a vibrant and personal relationship. It challenges us to reflect God's character through our actions, attitudes, and ambitions. In a world fraught with challenges and distractions, the awareness that we are made in the image of God anchors our identity and purpose. It reminds us that our calling is to be beacons of light in the darkness, mirroring the love and truth of our Creator in all that we do.
Just a thought,
Pastor Steve Smothermon - Legacy Church - Albuquerque, New Mexico
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