Journey Day 362

Today I have three friends that got married, two of them to each other. What a special day. Of course this leads me to think about marriage, and love, and what all of that even means. I don't claim to be an expert or even have any kind of knowledge about the subject. I've dated, but I still haven't found the person for me so I don't really know what a good, healthy relationship would be like for me. But I think I know what love is... it's patient, it's kind, it does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud, it does not dishonor others, it is not self seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs, it does not rejoice in evil but it rejoices in the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, and always perseveres. 1 Corinthians 13 tells us that. Soo yes, I'm not a perfect person, and I don't love perfectly, but I have a guide for loving. A guide for loving not only significant others but my friends and family too. Following this guide is something I have to do more. If I did not anger easily than I would not fight with my parents or siblings as much. If I kept no record of wrongs I would not hold onto my anger, and forgive easier. If I was always patient with my friends I would love them better. I think you get the point. If I could follow this guide I would improve my relationships and they would know how much I love them. Ok, so this week I'm going to try to apply this guide to my life... I'll filter my thoughts and words through this section of 1 Corinthians 13. I can't pretend that I won't fall short of this goal, but I truly want to see if I can apply this principle to my life, and see how difficult it will be. This is will be the week of loving better.