Why does marriage have to be so complicated? Give and take is a lot easier to say than it is to do.
How can you give more than you take anyway? Because taking is more rewarding to yourself.
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I mean seriously. Who are we kidding? Didn’t we marry each other to take from one another?
Now take a moment to really process the idea of give and take.
I listen to so many whines and groans and complaints about how “my marriage isn’t working”. And yes, some are legitimate concerns.
But if you listen to the underlining fuss, the tone of voice is “what about me?”. If you are being selfish in your marriage, your marriage cannot survive when things are going bad; finances, job, children, health.
When you think about give and take, take implies expectancy. If I give, then you will too in return. So I get to take.
So if you want an incredible, meaningful, loving marriage, give without expectancy must be a part of your vocabulary translated into your actions.
The give must stand out in your response daily. Or at least it should be.
Building a strong foundation starts with give and receive!
The K.I.S.S. ~ Give and receive!
When you give, give, give, eventually you will receive. Now there will be seasons that you give more than you receive. But you cannot keep score.
And yes, there should be giving from your spouse. Otherwise, that can lead to a toxic marriage.
However, let’s put it into perspective. If Jesus kept score on us, who would win every time? Not you or me!
So lead by example.
GIVE more and receive with gratitude!
Show your love with the ‘unconditional’ actions and responses.
“Give more and receive with gratitude.”
CHALLENGE: How will you give to your husband today?
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