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Oxford Study: ‘Falling in Love Costs You Friends’

According to a study from Oxford University, on average, "Falling in love comes at the cost of losing two close friends." The data suggests that new relationships impact people's close social circles as a "new lover [comes] to dominate daily life."

Possible Preaching Angle:

This illustrates a principle that goes beyond romance: what we love dramatically impacts our relationships and social environment. So, here's the question: what impact does your love for Jesus have on the rest of your relationships? Does it redefine your time, your other loves? Does it dominate daily life?

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