prismaticbleed | god is the goal (Reply)

Thoughts on today's Bible study.
First: In a relationship, both parties must be entering into it with LOVING GOD as their ultimate goal, not merely acting on earthly attraction. We must both love Him IN our love for each other, too.

Second: "people aren't projects." Do NOT date someone spiritually unhealthy with the motive "I can bring them to God!" No, you can’t. Believe me, I TRIED to do this once, but I failed disastrously because I wasn't spiritually healthy or stable at all, and therefore couldn't even set a good example of my alleged faith for them to see! Only God's Spirit can bring people to God, including me. I can't "force" my faith, and I can't "force" anyone else to believe, either. It's all grace. Therefore, in a relationship context, pushing for "conversion" will probably result only in something hollow and superficial, an action solely of appeasement or appearance. You must both seek and serve God FOR GOD even outside of a relationship!