Matthew 22:34-40 asdfsdf What MARRIAGE Teaches US About -- Matthew 22:34-40
What is the Origin of Real Marital Bliss?
Marriages need AGAPE love – 1 John 4:
Love is… 1 Corinthians 13:4-8
Love is about the Other Person The desire of someone DIFFERENT From a Love for God, who is DIFFERENT Stepping into his/her world Unconditionally sacrificing Committed Choice Love is not automatic - It needs Prayer and Application It is not your spouse’s fault you do not LOVE……
Desiring ONLY His/Her Love Our desire should ONLY be for God (James 4:4; Matthew 6:24; Hebrews 11:6) Desire for your husband/wife ONLY (Genesis 3:16; Proverbs 5:15-20; 1 Corinthians 7:1-5)
Love is a Decision
Your Needs How Your Spouse Will Meet Your Needs
Your Needs How Will You Meet Your Spouse’s Needs
Desiring ONLY His/Her Love Fight for your spouse’s heart. Care for your spouse’s heart. Respect how valuable and vulnerable your spouse’s heart is by treating it gently. Speak to your spouse’s heart.