Compliments to You. . .

In today's segment, we address the simplicity of compliments. Compliments of course for your significant other, ( your wife or husband) in most cases.

Ephesians 5:25 Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it; and likewise: Colossians 3:18 Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as it is fit in the Lord.

In the two significant, scriptures above, notice that they both reference a responsibility of loving one another. How important that is. Not just in the sense of having love for each other, but rather showing that love in very simple ways. . . .one being: compliments!

Compliments show your companion that you are noticing them, that you are admiring them, and most important, that you recognize them as being a part of (this marriage).

Contrary to popular beliefs, compliments are ties that refuel a marriage. They create a sense of belonging and attachment. Although, females more so that males appreciate compliments, it is still always a welcome jester. Compliments have always been a sign of approval and confirmation, if you will. It is the detonator for the C-4. . . or in other words, it is the fire that ignites the explosion of love and passion for your marriage.

It is actually a joy to compliment your spouse. After all, you are a part of each other! Listen to the scriptures: Proverbs 5:18 Let thy fountain be blessed: and rejoice with the wife of thy youth; Ephesians 5:33 Nevertheless let every one of you in particular so love his wife even as himself; and the wife see that she reverence her husband.

You see, over and over again, the Bible encourages rejoicing, reverence, love, compassion, yes, and even compliments. These simple things, all develop your oneness, which the Bible declares emphatically, that your : "nor more twain but one" as Jesus spoke in Matthews, chapter 19, is the foundational principle for a marriage God's way!

Do you compliment your wife or husband? Have you ever looked in the mirror at yourself and admired your attire? Well, with the same enthusiasm, we should look at our mates. . . .and . . . .

just compliment them! You'll be surprised at the results!

God Bless your marriages today!