It is a covenant that is loyal and supportive even when differences or adversities arise. Grace is an underlying atmosphere of acceptance that demonstrates itself in the way we love, forgive and show consideration for each other. Empowerment is the process of helping those we love recognize and develop their unique strengths and potentials. Empowerment rejects the use of power to control others and instead serves, encourages and helps others become the people God intended them to be. Intimacy in relationships flows from the first three elements as family members learn to communicate and express themselves with honesty and love.
Intimacy is that deep, satisfying sense of knowing and being known.
As we take a closer look at commitment in this issue, Scripture provides important perspective. Although human beings quickly muddled God's perfect plan, the Creator remained committed. From the promise that Eve's offspring would crush Satan's head, to the covenant with Abraham, to the Incarnation, to the sending of the Comforter, God is committed to His people. Jesus loves you. Jesus forgives you.