Is love really blind, or have we been using that phrase to avoid difficult conversations in marriage? And what if biblical love isn't about ignoring reality, but about seeing clearly and still choosing covenant?

In this episode, we challenge the popular phrase "love is blind"—a saying that comes from ancient writings like Plato and Roman depictions of Cupid. While culture romanticizes the idea that love obscures flaws and suppresses critical thinking, we reveal that the Bible never uses this phrase to describe love.

We start by exposing the myth: romantic culture says love ignores red flags, fixes people, and follows feelings. But biblical love, as shown in 1 Corinthians 13:4-6, is patient, kind, and rejoices in truth—not denial. We emphasize that Adam wasn't swept away by blind infatuation in Genesis 2; he was fully awake and aware when he recognized Eve. The covenant flows from clarity, not chemistry.

Drawing from Romans 5:8, we explore how Jesus loves us while fully aware of our sin—He's not blind to who we are, yet He loves us completely. This is the model for marriage: "I see you fully and I'm committed to your good."

Real love isn't blind—it's brave. It doesn't close its eyes to reality but opens its hands to covenant.

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