Marriage
I went to the 60th Wedding Anniversary party this evening for our son-in-law, Stacy's parents, Mr and Mrs Sam White. It was great to be a part of their celebration and to meet some more of the family we have not yet had the pleasure of meeting. There were several folks who commented on the achievement of being married for 60 years. It is truly remarkable in this day and time, and I congratulate Mr and Mrs White and all of those who have reached this milestone in their marriage relationship.
I have to ask a rhetorical question, as well. What enables some couples to remain happily married for 60 years and other couple to end their relationships much earlier? There are many factors that can be sited as reasons for separation and divorce. However, from my experience of being married myself and seeing many marriages over the years, I believe the key factor is unselfishness. Marriages in which both partners exhibit an unselfish love for each other and try to focus on their spouse's needs instead of their own needs are the ones that are happy and last. The reason is simple. When a person meets the needs of the person they love almost all of the time that person responds in a loving way. The more needs are met unselfishly, the more loves is built up in both people, until a deep bond is produced that will last through many troubles and trials in life.
Tomorrow, I intend to read Zechariah 6-9.
I have to ask a rhetorical question, as well. What enables some couples to remain happily married for 60 years and other couple to end their relationships much earlier? There are many factors that can be sited as reasons for separation and divorce. However, from my experience of being married myself and seeing many marriages over the years, I believe the key factor is unselfishness. Marriages in which both partners exhibit an unselfish love for each other and try to focus on their spouse's needs instead of their own needs are the ones that are happy and last. The reason is simple. When a person meets the needs of the person they love almost all of the time that person responds in a loving way. The more needs are met unselfishly, the more loves is built up in both people, until a deep bond is produced that will last through many troubles and trials in life.
Tomorrow, I intend to read Zechariah 6-9.