GOD IS LOVE

In many cultures, marriages are formed through faith and family. Many around the world believe that marriage is an expression of faith. Cultural differences in selecting a spouse vary from place to place. Some cultures allow the parents to select their spouse. Many times there are no divorces and no trial period in such arranged marriages. Can an arranged marriage by the parents lead to a marriage between the couple? Can the couple create a relationship beyond I do? Getting to know your spouse as you are being vulnerable while exposing weaknesses to one another, yet feeling safe and in good hands as all married couples want to feel takes commitment. Tradition and community can play a part in modern day romance. We can't have love without devotion. Whether we select our own spouse, they select us, or our parents get together and make the choice for us, the parties involved must be committed and devoted to the concept of marriage. As children sometimes do, the latest model, trend, obsession, or fancy import can capture their attention as they stop playing with the old toys and discard them to devote their attention to the latest craze. We can devote our attention to many things other-than our marriage and feel justified in doing so. This is true in any marriage, arranged or love. The question is, "What is love and how is it achieved?" One thing is certain, marriage isn't love and love isn't marriage. We must find a way to merge the two. The way is God.