Lovesick

I began a new series a couple of weeks ago that focuses on finding the balance between our relationships with others and our relationship with Jesus Christ. Working with students, I get to see this balance thrown off on a regular basis. Truth is, that it happens so quickly and easily, that we don't even notice it. Samson had this problem throughout his life. He was so focused on chasing women that he neglected his relationship with God. In the end, he became known more for wasting his "talent" than making an impact for the kingdom of God. He lost his identity because of his obsession with his "other" relationships. I'm not saying that relationships aren't good, because the are vital. God created us to be in relationship with each other. The danger is when we don't keep them balanced. Take an inventory of the relationships you value most. How into that person are you? How much time do spend talking to, texting, Facebooking, or thinking about them? Do you only do the things they want to do? Do you spend time with anyone else? Write down you observations and then talk to God about them. If you discover that things are out of balance, ask Him to help you get back on a level playing field. Don't be so lovesick for that person, that you ignore the one who is lovesick for you.