Emotion Quote by Ravi Zacharias
“Love is as much a question of the will as it is of the emotion. And if you WILL to love somebody, you can.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Will of Love, 2005
Love requires both emotional feeling and a deliberate decision to love.
In simple terms: Love is a choice as well as feeling.
Key Takeaway
Choose to love actively.
Themes
love
will
choice
emotion
faith
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
spiritual
practical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- personal relationships
- spiritual growth
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does willpower affect your relationships?
- Can love be purely a decision?
A Different Perspective
Will alone may not sustain love without emotion.
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