Can We Love Someone but Not Like Them?

“We should never be content with, ‘I love that person but I don’t like them.’ That should always be a call to press deeper, to seek to love in ways that lead us toward a greater tenderness and affection.”

 

In our 8th and final episode of season 2, Alasdair Groves explores the phrase, “I love you but I don’t like you.” Is it helpful, harmful, or potentially both? How can we engage with someone whom we love but don’t “like” in a particular moment or season? How can we both love someone and be passionate for their growth in godliness? How did Jesus model this wise love?

 

Related resources:

• “Treasuring Others” | Blog post by Alasdair Groves https://www.ccef.org/treasuring-others/
• “Treasuring Others” | JBC article by Alasdair Groves https://www.ccef.org/shop/product/treasuring-others/
• “Love is Inconvenient” | Blog post by Mike Emlet https://www.ccef.org/love-is-inconvenient/
• “Authentic Love” | Conference audio by Mike Emlet https://www.ccef.org/shop/product/authentic-love-relationships-i-john-0/
• “Side by Side” | Book by Ed Welch https://www.ccef.org/book/side-side-walking-others-wisdom-love/