I hold my husband’s hand and remember that our lives, and those of our kids and grandkids, began because of God’s love for humanity and, specifically, for the passion and adoration He’s given us for Him and for each other.
Strong marriages make strong families which, in turn, make strong societies.
Having an affectionate, faith-filled marriage can literally change the world … At the very least, our own little worlds.
I’m so thankful that our days are seeped in tenderness, and I’ll continue to find creative ways to say I love you, whispering sweet affirmations to my man.
Our granddaughters are learning new ideas and gaining more understanding as they grow.
Guiding them by our speech and actions is a great privilege and one of the legacies we can etch on their hearts.
Here are some words we aspire, along with their parents, to witness, ones we all pray will be hardwired inside of them to eventually be passed along to their own spouses, kids, and grandchildren:
Love
Honor
Humor
Respect
Resilience
Humility
Laughter
Forgiveness
Courage
Kindness
Loyalty
Patience
Persistence
Obedience
Faithfulness
Integrity
Strength
Goodness
Joy
We’ll strive to keep our focus clear, remembering the big, beautiful picture, always grateful, and make this list expand—petitioning for these principles to be passed down for generations, just as they were brilliantly demonstrated for us.
Psalm 19:14 (NLT) May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O LORD, my rock and my redeemer.
Amen!! As marriage coaches for FamilyLife, we concur wholeheartedly with your words!! And that’s why we have committed our lives to impacting one home at a time. Our fervent prayer is that one family’s faith will influence another’s for generations. We are so glad when we hear of others willing to pour out their lives as a witness of God’s great gift of marriage and family. We don’t all come from awesome families, but with God’s grace we can strive to give honor and priority to relationships that matter most.
Blessings to you and yours,
Suzy
Amen, Suzy, and thank you! I’m so in awe of the important ministry work you and Will have committed your lives to, much love and respect to you both!! And Big blessings to you and yours too! xoxo
love this Debbie 🩷
Thank you, Patrice! It was so fun seeing you and Kevin!!!
All great words Debbie. 47 years here, still fine tuning the words and their timing.
Thank you, Gary, yes, always growing, changing, learning on our journeys!
Amen, Debbie!! Love, Pam
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Thank you so much, Pam!!
All great words and emotions ❤️!
Thank you, Janice! Yes, definitely all ones to strive for!!
I am copying down those key attributes, to keep as a handy referral–perhaps on a bookmark in my daily-gratitude journal. I’d love to be more intentional, incorporating words and actions into my days that contribute toward those attributes in those around me. Thank you, Debbie!
You’re welcome, Nancy, and thank you! That’s a great idea and something I plan to do too!
Those are great words for achieving a successful marriage!
Thank you, Ann! I can attest and praise be to God!