In mid-2021, I read this book while feeling lost about love. I wondered—how can people love each other so deeply and then end up hating one another? Is falling in love really that important, especially for someone like me, still a teenager at the time?
One chapter in this book tells the story of interfaith love through the metaphor of a wedding car. A couple, deeply in love but from different religious backgrounds, decides to stay together. They make a deal: they will never discuss religion on their journey. They hold on tightly to their love, trying to move forward until, without realizing it, they reach a crossroad.
At this crossroad, the differences they once embraced now stand in their way. They must choose a direction: one wants to turn right, the other wants to turn left. But this is not just about a road—it’s about beliefs they’ve held their entire lives, far longer than their relationship.
They try to compromise—turning right today, left tomorrow—but over time, this becomes exhausting. They keep moving forward, but further away from the happiness they once imagined. In the end, one of them finally understands: this journey is no longer bringing joy.
As the rain falls, a decision is made. One person opens the car door, steps out, and lets the other continue alone. And for the first time in a long time, there is peace. Because at that moment, they realize that all this time, they were not worshiping God—they were worshiping love itself.
This book teaches us that love and faith may seem like they can go hand in hand, but in reality, one will always take precedence. So, the big question is: "If you had to choose, which matters more to you—love or faith?"
At first, they chose love, and that’s what led them into the wedding car. But in the end, when faced with the choice between holding on or finding themselves again, they chose to step out.
This book is perfect for teenagers who feel confused about love and want to be more careful when making decisions about whom to love. Through a compelling metaphor of a "wedding car," it explores how love alone isn’t always enough if two people have different life directions.
More than just a love story, this book teaches self-awareness, priorities, and the courage to make tough choices. It’s an eye-opening read for anyone navigating the complexities of relationships.
✨ Curious about what truly matters in love? Read this book and discover the answer! 💡
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