Tag: Bible
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Let Them Hear of our Love
Ephesians 1:15a says, “For this reason, because I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love” Paul was thankful for a group of Christians in Ephesians because he had been hearing reports of their steadfast faith and their love for each other. This is just one example of the fact that when… Read more
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Romance Tropes in the Bible (Part 2): Second Chance at Love
Continuing with my romance tropes in the Bible series from a little while ago, I want to discuss the “second chance at love” trope. I believe this trope originated in the human heart because of our “second chance at love” with God. People love the concept of two people who were formerly in love being… Read more
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Romance Tropes in the Bible (Part 1): Enemies to Lovers
One of the most common tropes or stereotypes in storytelling is “enemies to lovers.” Essentially, the characters who find themselves pitted against each other in the beginning, eventually form bonds of mutual respect and then love. A tale as old as time. I would argue that man (you, me, us) and God are the original… Read more