2020 Marriage Challenge Day 13

Day 13 of the 28-Day Marriage Challenge

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Day 13: Love Expresses

Love cannot be contained. It has to express itself. When your child is born, you can't help but hold that child, kiss his/her forehead and say, "I love you." As a parent is dying, you can't help but hold their hand and weep tears of sorrow. When a groom sees his bride walking down the aisle, he can't help but feel his body shake.When love is felt, it must let itself be known. Do you love your spouse? If so, how are you expressing it?For some, gift-receiving is so vital to feeling loved that their spouse should go all out for Valentine's Day. But for most, the dramatic gift isn't necessary. What is needed are sincere acts of genuine communication--a hand-written note, some kind words, a thoughtful gift, some significant time, or a simple date. More importantly, love should be regularly expressed. While holidays are good reminders, true love doesn't wait until Valentine's Day to let itself be known. Instead, in big ways and small, true love is shown. Marriage begins with a public declaration of love. It should continue with daily reminders of that love expressed between husbands and wives.If you love your spouse, tell them. Love expresses.   Application: Ask your spouse how they best receive love. What expressions of love mean the most to them. Ask them what gifts in the past have been their favorite. Discuss how you can best spend Valentine's Day.          For more, see:Love Is Best Expressed In Small Ways5 Acts of Kindness to Add to Your Marriage