Is Love Ever Enough?

A few weeks ago, while waiting for my flight at the airport, I overheard a heartfelt conversation between a man, his wife, and their adult daughter. They were discussing a young couple from their place of worship—an inspiring story that stopped me in my tracks.

The wife had battled cancer, and in the years leading up to her recovery, her husband stood by her in ways that were nothing short of extraordinary. He gave up everything—his job, his possessions—and even flew with her to India to ensure she received the best care possible. At one point, she had grown weary and told him not to stress anymore, that she was ready to let go. But he refused to back down. He stayed with her through every painful moment of the three-year ordeal, constantly encouraging her and never leaving her side. Eventually, she asked him what kept him going—why he never left. His response was simple but profound:
“Because I love you.”

It made me reflect on something I hear so often: “Love isn’t enough.” It’s said so frequently that many accept it as truth. But is it? I don’t believe so. In fact, love—when understood in its truest form—is more than enough to sustain any relationship.

The problem is that many people view love only as a feeling: that flutter of excitement, affection, or attraction. But the story of this couple reveals something deeper. What this man demonstrated wasn’t just affection—it was a profound commitment. A choice. A decision.

That’s what love really is.

Love, in its truest form, is a choice. It’s the conscious, continuous act of choosing someone—again and again—regardless of circumstances. It’s why two people can walk into marriage knowing the road won’t always be smooth, but choosing to walk it together anyway.

This flawed belief that love is only emotional often leads people to abandon relationships at the first sign of discomfort or inconvenience. But love that endures isn’t passive—it’s active, intentional, and sacrificial.

It’s important to note, though, that for love to truly be “enough,” both people in the relationship must make that choice. One-sided love can be deeply damaging, especially in romantic relationships. Love is sweetest when it’s mutual. It doesn’t ignore flaws or avoid hard truths. Sometimes, love looks like encouraging your partner to seek professional help for a personal struggle—not out of judgment, but because you care too deeply to let them self destruct.

Love expresses itself in many forms—through support, truth, sacrifice, and growth.

So, is love ever enough?

Yes. Love is enough.

We just have to understand what it really looks like—and live by it.