2.  Matthew 22:34-40 asdfsdf What MARRIAGE Teaches US About -- Matthew 22:34-40

3. What is the Origin of Real Marital Bliss?

4. Marriages need AGAPE love – 1 John 4:19-21 -

5. Love is… 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

6. 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……

7. 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)

8. Love is a Decision

10. Your Needs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. How Your Spouse Will Meet Your Needs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

11. Your Needs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. How Will You Meet Your Spouse’s Needs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

13. 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.