The pop-culture understanding of love is more consistent with a Greco-Roman romanticized myth than with Biblical teaching because…
“True love is demonstrated through sacrificial action on behalf of another at the point of their need & is the most dynamic power & greatest treasure ever to be cherished.”
Speaking of the cultural myth, Dr. Voddie Baucham wrote in “Family Driven Faith” that “Love is a random, overwhelming, uncontrollable, sensual force that comes and goes on a whim.”
Myth #1: Love Is a Random Force
- Something that happens to you like being love-struck by a shot with Cupid’s arrow.
Myth #2: Love Is an Overwhelming Force
- “This thing is bigger than both of us.”
Myth #3: Love Is an Uncontrollable Force
- “We just fell out of love.”
Myth #4: Love Is a Sensual Force
- No longer is she asked, “Did he pop the question?” but “Have you slept with him?”
Result: Love Doesn’t Translate
The Greco-Roman romantic love myth does not translate to other relationships (i.e. How do I deliberately love my kids?).
- Love is Action: What motivates your actions? Love or selfish lust? Check your heart today!
- John 15:13; Mark 10:45; 1 Corinthians 13:1-7
- Love is for Others: When was the last time you served someone? Do so today!
- John 13:34-35; Galatians 5:13-14; Philippians 2:3-5
- Love is Great: What is important to you? Share with someone today about the difference that Christ has made in your life.
- Romans 5:6-11; Ephesians 2:4-10; Titus 3:3-7
