March 13, 2008

Would you like to know what love looks like in a marriage? Then, turn to I Corinthians, chapter 13. Listen to these words: “Love is patient and kind; is not arrogant or rude; It does not insist on it’s own way; it is not resentful; Love does not bring up past failures, but chooses to forgive.”  Does this describe your attitude and treatment of your spouse?

This is the kind of love that makes for happy marriages. Love focuses on meeting the needs of the spouse; helping them succeed; listening to their thoughts and feelings. In short, it is giving your life away for your spouse. That is precisely what Christ did for us, and it is what husbands are instructed to do for their wives. Love is powerful.

Today's A Growing Marriage Daily content has been written by Dr. Gary Chapman and is based on the book Dr. Gary Chapman On the Marriage You've Always Wanted by Dr. Gary Chapman. Published by Moody Publishers, copyright 2005. Used by permission.