Day 6: Love - The Cornerstone
MAIN SCRIPTURE: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 (NLT) 4 Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud 5 or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. 6 It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. 7 Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.
DEVOTIONAL:
In a world that often misunderstands the essence of true connection, today’s scripture shines a light on the cornerstone of all relationships: Love. The Apostle Paul, in his letter, beautifully describes love as patient and kind, not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. This is the foundation, the cornerstone, of all meaningful relationships.
In the context of marriage, these words take on a deeper meaning. Love in marriage is a continuing promise, a commitment to place the union above individual pride and ego. It is about being patient with your spouse, showing kindness in every interaction, and fostering an environment of mutual respect and trust.
Marriage is a divine covenant meant to be a reflection of this selfless love. In times of joy and in times of challenge, this love is the anchor that holds the marriage steady.
PRAYER:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gift of marriage and for guiding us in love. Help us to make Your divine love the cornerstone of our marital bond. Teach us to be patient, kind, and forgiving towards our spouse, and to build marriages that reflect Your love and grace. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.