What Is Love? (February ALT Magazine Blog)
When I was twelve
years old, my grandmother and I visited her sisters, Georgia and Susie, in
Louisiana. As my cousin Mildred and I discussed boys, they gave us their dating
advice. Aunt Susie said they never would let a guy court them unless he had a
good-looking horse and buggy. We tried not to laugh because she was serious.
I had never heard the word courting
before, and being the curious one, I asked what that meant. Aunt Susie said it
was being involved with someone romantically for the purpose of marriage. She
further explained, “A boy doesn’t treat a girl he wants to court for marriage
like he does someone he only wants to date. He makes her feel special with
worshipful, devoted Love and a desire to protect her!”
Since then, I’ve
learned there are two kinds of Love, Surface Love and Unconditional Love!
Surface Love is a relationship without commitment, with no
strings attached. This person is self-seeking, will only love as long as things
go their way, and will leave at the drop of a hat.
Unconditional Love is a relationship of devotion and compassion,
with a yearning to protect someone you love. It is a lifetime commitment with a
person who loves you more than they love themselves.
Everyone wants to feel unique and adored. True
Love allows that to happen. This type of Love is the same for each individual,
but they experience it differently.
If you have found someone who
loves you with that passion, hug them a little tighter, and kiss them a little
longer.
February 14 is Valentine’s day
and a time to show Love to your sweetheart, which is an endearing term to call
someone you care for deeply.
If you are still single, look for a godly
person and pray about your choice! Recognize the real thing and when you find
true Love, make sure it is reciprocated. This Valentine’s Day, I want to encourage
you to trust God to bring that special sweetheart into your life. You don’t
have to settle for second best, or those dreams of Love may become a nightmare!
If you have not found them yet, use this day to love YOU.
Have a happy day of Love!
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