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Summary
- The Bible differentiates true love from infatuation by describing true love as patient, kind, and selfless; while infatuation is linked to fleeting emotions and physical attraction.
- Discerning between infatuation and God’s plan for relationships involves prayer, Scripture, seeking God’s guidance, and aligning with the fruits of the Spirit like love and patience.
- Spiritual practices like prayer, studying Scripture, fasting, acts of service, and maintaining spiritual friendships can help overcome inappropriate infatuation.
- Honoring marriage vows despite infatuation includes relying on God’s strength, setting boundaries, reinvesting in the marriage, and seeking support from Christian counselors or church communities.
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