And for that I apologize. Part of me wanted to wait and see if we had any differing replies and I'm surprised to see that we don't....I have to say I think that is a very good thing
In my first post, I had mentioned that a friend and I had an interesting discussion; that would lead y'all to believe that we have differing opinions. My friend felt that being "in-love" is a term to be used in a passionate (sexual) relationship. She felt applying this to a relationship with CHRIST was immoral and disrespectful. While I understand where she comes from, I didn't share her opinion. Before becoming a Christian, I would have felt the same way. Passion in my mind involved sex (sorry if I'm offending anyone). My one true love affair was with my husband and I couldn't imagine being In-love with anyone else or loving anyone else more. It saddens me to think that my way of thinking has only recently changed, but I can honestly say I am IN LOVE! My friend still was on the fence...she just couldn't understand, so I gave her an analogy.
When I was a little girl, whenever I was sick or overwhelmed, I longed for the comfort and protection of my momma...she just made everything better. After being married for a year or so, I found that Travis was slowly replacing my need for my mother. I could count on him to take care of me when I was sick, could call on him for anything, etc. Now, when I am distressed or down, my number one is the Lord. I go to him in prayer, fast or read the bible. Studying his word is refreshing and prayer is so peaceful. Just this morning I got up at 4 (couldn't sleep) and started praying. The next thing I knew, it was 4:45 and I had just stopped praying....how amazing. God heard EVERY word, understood every need....he never zoned out on me or considered me foolish. I can know say, that I see Jesus for what he is....a hero, a role model, an object of affection (not lust as my friend misunderstood), and most importantly, a SAVIOR.
1John 4:19. We love because he first loved us. Doesn't that just say it all? He knew all that we would and wouldn't be; the times we would fail miserably and he still created us and wants us to live abundantly. Wow!
I realize that men and women are different and because we were created differently, we see things differently. I had hoped that more of you fellas would chime in, but that's okay, too. As I was thinking about this topic, I expected some men to argue against my belief as society ingrains the need to be macho. Women are expected to be loving, emotional, etc. This actually makes me laugh because that is not me in the least. Back in the day, I was the girl that hung around the farm boys, worked in tobacco, loved fast cars, etc. It pains me to say it, but I couldn't care less about having a relationship in high school....I really only cared about the physical aspect. As I look back now, I can really see the amazing transformation in my life. So....IN LOVE, yep, that's me!
Ma