Joyce and I watched Fireproof the movie tonight, and it was great! It made me think a lot about how love is interested in the other person's best, and that without expecting anything in return. Love is a verb, and is not just something spoken. Love is shown by our choices and our actions.
It's hard to describe a movie that actually has a moral. Watching it really made me want to take action. What are the things I expect out of my spouse that I have no control over. I mean the only thing I really have any control over is what I do. I can't change anyone but me. I can show the love for my wife and kids by how I spend my time and money. If I spend on me, then I guess I am showing love to only me. But if I sacrifice some of my "me time" then I then have time to spend on others.
Here's a test: If you truly care about your spouse, then they should know it. Ask them:
- Do you think we have a great marriage?
- On a scale of 1 to 10, what would you rank our marriage?
- Do you think I care about you more than anything else?
- Is there anything you wish I would give up for us?
How well do you know your spouse? Well, you may think "too well," but if you want a strong marriage then by your actions you need to show them that they are important to you. Even if it doesn't reciprocate. Love is a gift that you can give by caring about someone besides yourself.
If you haven't seen the movie, go see it. You'll be glad you did.
--Johnie
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