Titus 2, first and foremost, commands that older women teach younger women to love their husbands. What kind of love are we talking about here?
The Apostle Paul uses the Greek word for love "phileo". This love can be described as tender or affectionate, passionate, enjoyable, respectful kind of love. It's the love shared between best friends. It is a love that draws people to each other because they like each other, not just because they've promised themselves to each other.
May I ask the question again? Do you love your husband? Do you enjoy him? Do you kindle tender thoughts of him in your heart? Do you look forward to seeing him? Do you share special memories with him? Do you love your husband?
We all can be honest and say that our husbands are not always lovable. We can also all be honest and say that we are not always overflowing with an enjoyment kind of love.
It's easy to get caught up on the things our husbands don't do right- the ways in which we are disappointed or dissatisfied. However, just because it is easy, does not mean it is right.
One of the best ways to kindle an enjoyment kind of love is to start thinking positively about your husband.
What physical traits of his are attractive to you?
When was the last time he made you laugh?
How does he love your children well?
How does he express his love to you?
Does your heart feel happier now, after answering one of those questions?
I can almost guarantee that when you promised to live the rest of your life with your husband, you made that choice because you did enjoy him.
God is making a rather beautiful, life-giving command here. He is saying, "Daughter of mine, I want you to fall in love with your husband every day. I want you to be happy in his arms."
Isn't our God, good? He wants us to be happy, and how do we go about doing that?
By deciding each and every morning to be happy with the man that God has given us. That man is not perfect, and never will be, but we can enjoy him like he's the best guy in the whole world. What a blessed gift to his heart!!
Question for You: What is something you enjoy about your husband??
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I enjoy taking Ross to social gatherings- church, parties, etc. He is really good at meeting people and making visitors feel welcome. I admire his courage and his conversation skills. He's an awesome party date : )
ReplyDeleteEric is extremely friendly - he's been at TBC for half the time that I have and he knows more people than I do! He's one of those people that makes a new friend wherever he goes - even if it's the mailman or the pizza guy. And he is one of those people who will actually pull over and help someone when their car is broken down.
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