Love is . . .
Developed in times of difficulty.
Infatuation is . . .
Spoiled in times of difficulty.

Love is . . .
Empowered by what is good and true.
Infatuation is . . .
Fueled by good times.

Love is . . .
A result of intentional and sacrificial choices that eventually bloom into feelings.
Infatuation is . . .
Quickly ignited by feelings and images—that extinguish just as quickly.

Love is . . .
Persevering no matter what trouble comes your way.
Infatuation is . . .
Preoccupation with whomever makes you feel good in the moment.

Love is . . .
Seeking God to fill the void when your loved one isn’t so lovable.
Infatuation is . . .
Pursuing an ever-elusive “soul-mate” in an illegitimate attempt to feel complete.

Love is . . .
Hard work—based in faith and commitment.
Infatuations is  . . .
Effortless and involuntary—based in adrenalin and dopamine.

Love is . . .
Fed by a continual “dying-to-self” and surrender to our great God.
Infatuation is . . .
Fed by self-centeredness and grandiosity.

Love is . . .
Established by giving and receiving respect.
Infatuation is . . .
Energized by being the object of worship.

Love is . . .
Strengthened by fearful self-disclosures that pave the way to a deeper bond.
Infatuation is . . .
Weakened by fearful revelations that shatter the dream.

So, which of the two—infatuation or love–>—do you pursue most in your marriage? 

If you’re pursuing “infatuation” more than love, then you’re putting your marriage at risk!

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