Addiction Quote by Jeffrey R. Holland
“Love makes us instinctively reach out to God and other people. Lust, on the other hand, is anything but godly and celebrates self-indulgence. Love comes with open hands and open heart; lust comes with only an open appetite. These are just some of the reasons that prostituting the true meaning of love-either with imagination or another person-is so destructive. It destroys that which is second only to our faith in God-namely, faith in those we love. It shakes the pillars of trust upon which present-or future-love is built, and it takes a long time to rebuild that trust when it is lost.”
About This Quote
Love is selfless and open, while lust is selfish and indulgent, eroding trust and faith in relationships.
In simple terms: Love is selfless; lust is selfish.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize love over lust.
Themes
love
trust
faith
relationships
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- friendship building
- faith communities
- personal reflection
- relationship therapy
Key Concepts
selflessness
spirituality
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate love from lust?
- What steps rebuild trust after betrayal?
A Different Perspective
Lust can be confused with love, causing misinterpretation.
