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HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS | DAY FOUR | GREAT EXPECTATIONS

Have you ever had great expectations only to be let down?

In many situations, expectations can propel us towards hope and give us a sense of excitement and security, and the Bible tells us to embrace hope expectantly.

But the biggest disappointments in our lives are often the result of misplaced expectations. This is especially true when it comes to our relationships with others.

Like sorting out the important stuff in your first year of marriage, like which way the toilet roll should hang, well that is if the new roll even makes it onto the holder...can you relate to that? Are you the only one that seems to know how to change it?

Seriously though, expectations can be a much more complicated operation than the toilet roll, especially when others have expectations of us that we don’t feel that we are able to fulfil, and it’s extra tricky when these expectations are driven by deep inner needs or brokenness. We can be left feeling pressured, guilty, stressed, inadequate and angry.

The truth is no human being can meet all of our needs, but God can, and He is willing.

Jesus said, “But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return...” (Luke 6:35)

Often when conflict arises, it’s often because our needs and expectations haven’t been expressed, just assumed and expected.

So talk.

Openly discuss your needs and work together for a solution that is comfortable for everyone, and let God take care of you.