When your expectations of your partner (or yourself) are far beyond reality or being attainable, you remain in its shadow. You become miserable and dissatisfied. As a result, it leaves both you and your partner confused and frustrated.
Setting high goals is not a horrible idea, but we need to leave room for mistakes and forgive quickly. Neither myself or my fiance will be perfect on this side of heaven. This is why the gospel is so intriguing. Regardless of man's shortcomings, God demonstrates His love by pursuing us through His son Jesus. This is the act of love I am to demonstrate - that I would lay down my life for my bride. *face palm* Learning to lay down my selfish expectations and desires is ridiculously tough (obviously) especially when you don't realize how carnal they are.
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