Day Fifteen: "Love is Honorable"

"Live with your wives in an understanding way … and show her honor as a fellow heir of the grace of life."

1 Peter 3:7

"When two people marry, each spouse becomes “holy” to each other by way of “holy matrimony.” This means no other person in the whole world is supposed to enjoy this level of commitment and endearment from you. Your relationship is like no other. Your share physical intimacy with only her, only him. You establish a home with this person. You bear your children with this person. Your heart, your possessions, your life itself is to be wrapped up in the uncommon bond you share with this one in individual.

Perhaps you don’t feel this way and maybe for good reason. Perhaps you wish some outsider could see the level of disrespect you get from your wife or husband – someone who would make your mate feel embarrassed to be exposed for who they really are behind closed doors.

But that’s not the issue with love. Love honors even when it’s rejected. Love treats its beloved as special and sacred even when an ungrateful attitude is all you get in return."

The Dare:  "Choose a way to show honor and respect to your spouse that is above your normal routine.  It may be holding the door for her.  It might be putting his clothes away for him.  It may be the way you listen and speak in your communication.  Show your mate that he or she is highly esteemed in your eyes."

The Outcome:  Nathan showed me honor by listening. He paused ESPN, looked me in the eyes, and listened to something important I needed to talk to him about. It was definitely an uncomfortable conversation for him, but it was needed. He usually can hide behind the TV or play it off with a joke, but this time he sat...and listened. I honored Nate in a way that meant a lot to him also...however, it is not "G-rated" and this blog is, so the details will stay between us:)

DAY 15: SUCCESS

25 days and counting...