For this book reading, each day will contain three very important element;
First, a unique aspect of love will be discussed.
Second, you will be given a specific dare to do for your spouse.
Last, you will need a journal to log what you are learning and doing and how your spouse is responding by answering the 'question of the day'. These note will record your progress and should become priceless to you in the future.
The entire book will not be published but every chapter will be previewed and I strongly recommend that you get a hard copy for future references.
Ensure that you do not miss any part of this book reading. Enjoy!
DAY 12: Love lets the other win
Do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others.
—Philippians 2:4
—Philippians 2:4
If you were asked to name three areas where you and your
spouse disagree, you’d likely be able to do it without thinking very hard. You
might even be able to produce a top ten list if given a few more minutes. And
sadly, unless someone at your house starts doing some giving in, these same
issues are going to keep popping up between you and your mate.
Defending your rights and opinions is a foundational part of
your nature and make-up. Granted, being stubborn is not always bad. Some things
are worth standing up for and protecting.
Too often we debate over piddling things.
There’s only one way to get beyond stalemates like these,
and that’s by finding a word that’s the opposite of stubbornness- a word we
first met back while discussing kindness. That word is “
willing”. It is an attitude and spirit of cooperation that should permeate our conversation. One best example of it is Jesus Christ, as described in Philippians 2:5- the attitude of willingness, flexibility, and humble submission. It means laying down for the good of others what you have the right to claim for yourself.
willing”. It is an attitude and spirit of cooperation that should permeate our conversation. One best example of it is Jesus Christ, as described in Philippians 2:5- the attitude of willingness, flexibility, and humble submission. It means laying down for the good of others what you have the right to claim for yourself.
The wise and loving thing to do is to start approaching your
disagreements with a willingness to not always insist on your way. Love’s best
advice comes from the Bible (James 3:17).
Are you willing to bend to demonstrate love to your spouse?
Or are you refusing to give in because of pride?
TODAY’S DARE
Demonstrate love by willingly choosing to give in to an area of disagreement between you and your spouse. Tell them you are putting their preference first.
QUESTION OF THE DAY
What issue did you choose? What did giving in cost you? How will this help you in the future?
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