Tough love is what I'm going to write about. I've been thinking these past few days on what to say but, nothing else comes to mind like tough love.
What is tough love exactly? Have you ever given someone tough love? They may hate you for it now but will turn around and love you for it later.
Has God ever given you tough love? I know for a fact he has shown that towards me. Because he knew I needed it. I, at the time thought he didn't love me. I thought he didn't care for me. But, it was his way of showing me that I need his help it didn't matter if I wanted it at the time. He knew I needed it.
Tough love is shown through the Bible. The people of Israel needed a wake up call. And that's exactly what God did for them. They hated him for it but in the end they praised for it.
Parents show their kids tough love when they know they need it but don't want it. It doesn't make them the bad guy. It means they care and want what's best for you.
Have you ever experienced God's tough love in your life? Did it make you a better person in the end?
I've struggled with am I doing the right thing. And the answer is yes, no doubt about it. I know in my heart that it will hurt but, it needs to be done.
Gone are the days of doubt and self infliction. I'm not going to feel guilty for doing the right thing nor am I going to be bullied.
Life is full of people who show tough love. I just happen to be one of them. It's not that I don't love and care it's the principle of the matter.
So, in the future if I show you tough love just remember that I don't hate you. And that I don't care. I'm doing it because I love you and want the best for you.
People are not going to understand it. They will push you away for it. But, love has to be tough otherwise it wouldn't be called love.
It's been awhile since I've written in the blog. But, I hope you get this and understand.
Have a great Labor Day and stay safe! Wear sunscreen!!! It is HOT thank you and have a blessed day.