From Night Light for Couples by Dr. James and Shirley Dobson: Is Honor Overdue? “Humility comes before honor.” Proverbs 15:33 Mr. Smith learned that his neighbor, Mr. Jones, had presented flowers and a gift to Mrs. Jones five nights in a row. He thought, That must be what wins a woman’s heart. So Smith went out and bought a big box of candy and a bouquet of his wife’s favorite flowers. Arriving home a little early that afternoon, he rang the doorbell. When Mrs. Smith appeared, he passionately embraced her. Suddenly she sagged and fell in a heap on the floor. “My goodness! What’s wrong?” he exclaimed. When she regained consciousness, she explained. “Oh, this has been the worst day! Our son received a terrible report card; Mother was admitted to the hospital; the roast burned; the washing machine broke. Now to top it off, you come home drunk!” If your partner can’t even fathom the possibility that you would bring her flowers or a gift (or some similar surprise), take the hint. It’s time to work on honoring your mate! Illustration from Building Your Mate’s Self-Esteem by Dennis and Barbara Rainey (San Bernardino, Calif.: Here’s Life Publishers, 1986). links.biblegateway.mkt4731/ctt?kn=6&ms=NDI2NjMxMzkS1&r=NTM3NDc1NDM2MjIS1&b=0&j=MjA0MjgwMDAzS0&mt=1&rt=0
Posted on: Sun, 22 Sep 2013 01:16:07 +0000
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