Originally posted by FMF
So, in your personal search for meaning and purpose, you have conjured up for yourself (or your curiosity/interests/personality has brought you to) some things that you believe are "the biggest issues of life" that do not coincide with mine. So what?
it is very good that you love family. I also have family which I love.
I recognize that both I and them whom I love are all sinners.
As a young son, I did at times lie to my parents.
I am pretty sure that at times my kids were not totally upfront with me.
Sure, I forgive them.
i recognize that though I love my wife, sometimes I was less than totally honest with her.
And she with me.
You're a swell guy. But I think you probably have not always been completely honest with your wife too.
So, Someone, transcending these loved ones, I cannot replace with them. The Perfect Person I have to love more. I can love them but live unto Someone higher who cannot be dealt with with less than perfection.
You do as you wish. As for me the best thing i could do for my family is turn my heart over to the Lord Jesus. Then He can love them through me. That's the best.