The Five Senses of Attraction: The Sweet Taste of Love
Nov 20, 2025 • Stanton Petersen
We all love sweet things, and they can be incredibly addictive. But think about those candies that hide a secret: they're dusted with sugar on the outside, and for a moment, they taste delicious. But then you hit the center, and that intense, sourness takes over. Our attraction to a person can feel exactly this way. Some relationships are naturally sweet: full of respect, freedom, and genuine love. Then there are others that start sweet, but quickly turn sour, tinged with pressure, manipulation, or guilt. Today, the Sense of Taste asks the most critical question: How can you know the difference between a lasting, godly attraction and one that only looks sweet on the surface?
