Lifeway Church

Maybe you've heard of the poplular song by the J. Geils Band called "Love Stinks."  Adam Sandler made it popular in the when he covered in the 90's romantic comedy "The Wedding Singer."  There are many people out there who believe this very phrase.  They have been used and abused in relationships that have brought them to this conclusion.  I in no way want to diminsh the reality of those events but I would like to say that love doesn't stink.  Love is great.  It wasn't love that led to the hurt and pain that many have felt but rather it was maybe the betrayal of that love.  We're nearing the Valentine's Day when many of us will be cherishing our husband or wife but for some, they may feel alone and believe that experiencing love is not an option for them.  I would whole heartedly disagree with them.  God has designed all of us to be loved and to love.  When He created Adam in the Garden of Eden in the book of Genesis, He noted that it was not good for Adam to be alone so He created Eve to be Adam's partner.  I believe that God has designed someone special for every person who is willing to wait on God for the right time.  This right time is not the same for everyone.  For some the right time to have that special someone come into their lives could be after college, during college or like me right after high school.  I would not recommend that but it has worked for me and my wife, Rosie.  You see, love is great!  Love doesn't stink when we submit to doing it God's way, not ours.  So in this festive season of love and relationships, allow God to direct you in this area of your life.  If you already have that someone special in your life, cherish them and honor them with a sincere and authentic love.  If you're still waiting on that special someone, be patient and allow God to bring them to you at the right time.  You never know how God will work in your life and when you least expect it, God will meet the needs in your life.  God bless.