As for prophecies, they will pass away; as for tongues, they will cease; as for knowledge, it will pass away. Write out a renewal of your vows and place them in your home. For where you go I will go, and where you lodge I will lodge. Your people shall be my people, and your God my God. Life Lessons From The Movie. You can be a hero at work and at the same time score a zero in your marriage. That was how it was for Caleb the male lead. He was a great captain, leading his men more than ably as they saved lives as firefighters.
He was good in what he did at work, but was terrible in his relationship with Catherine his wife. It is so easy to think that the fault lies with the other person. Both Caleb and Catherine thought they were putting in their best in the marriage.
They looked only at the imperfections of their spouse. If they had stopped to see where they had gone wrong in their own behaviours and attitudes, they would have seen the problem.
How nice to be able to talk with your dad. What was really heartwarming was the way Caleb was able to talk to his father, to seek his advice and then to heed that advice. And godly advice at that. Yet, when Caleb needed support and encouragement, his father willingly drove over to talk with him. And to pray with him. When parents pray. There was a scene when Caleb hit a really rough and low spot. His marriage looked as if it was totally over. Catherine was adamant with pushing through with the divorce.
When Christians live as Christians at work. Caleb had a second-in-command, Michael, who was also a good friend to him. As Caleb shared his struggles, Michael stood by him but was not preachy or pushy. His godly influence was subtle but stabilising. Strong marriages require work, hard work. It takes a lot of hard work. And often, it is about putting our spouse ahead of our own desires, wants and needs.
Love is not about feelings. It may have begun that way, but for marriages to mature, love has to mature. Love is more than just feelings. It is an act of will to always desire the best for the good and well-being of our spouse. That kind of love is not selfish but seeks to reach out, to sacrifice, to give. After trying so hard on his own strength, Caleb was just about to give up on the day Love Dare.
That was when his father explained why he was not able to love Catherine … Caleb first needed the love of God in his heart. Without a right relationship with God, we will not be able to have a right relationship with others around us. Purposefully neglect an activity you would normally do so you can spend quality time with your spouse. Choose a way to show honor and respect to your spouse that is above your normal routine. Prepare a special dinner at home and focus this time on getting to know your spouse better.
Ask God to show you where you stand with him, and ask for the strength and grace to settle your eternal destination. Dare to take God at his word and trust Jesus Christ for salvation. Make time to pray and read your bible today. Choose to be committed to love even if your spouse has lost most of their interest in receiving it.
And you shall know the Lord. Remove anything that is hindering your relationship, stealing your affections and turning your heart away from your spouse. Identify every object of lust in your life and remove it. For in passing judgment on another you condemn yourself, because you, the judge, practice the very same things.
Let me not be put to shame, for I take refuge in you. Before you see your spouse again today, pray for them by name and for their needs. Ask the Lord to reveal anything in your own heart that is threatening oneness with your spouse and, if appropriate, discuss it openly and seek God for unity. Holy Father, keep them in your name, which you have given me, that they may be one, even as we are one. Commit to God and your spouse to make your marriage the top priority over every other human relationship.
If at all possible, try to initiate sex with your spouse today in a way that honors them. Tell your spouse that you desire to include them in your upcoming decisions, and that you need their perspective and counsel.
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