What's in it for me . . . ?

The following scriptures represent the baseline of today's topic: 2 Corinthians 9:6 But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. Galatians 6:7 Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.

As you can see, the efforts that we put into our marriage relationships subsequently produces a fruit or determines the integrity of our marriages.

Stop and think, have we really committed everything that we can to our mates? Are we in total agreement of submitting ourselves to one another to ensure that nothing can penetrate that bond of love? It is the quality of our marriages that is really lacking. You see, growth never happens without an initial investment; or sowing if you will, and our investment should first be in our marriages. (not to the church) Just a footnote: your ability to be used by God in ministry is predicated on how you handle your personal life first, so don't get that mixed up. Your first ministry is with your spouse!

The scriptures that are referenced above, emphatically tells us that our lack of input results in a lack of growth for our relationship. These things are not options. . . . . they are necessary and mandated by the scriptures. There should be no promiscuity in marriage. It is an intentional commitment (or should be), between the two parties who have vowed a vow.

As in the financial world of investments, you will note that the greater the investment, the larger the return. Therefore, the law of seed and harvest is in affect and actually a biblical principle that can be applied in many ways. Not only for tangible things like money, but in principle, the sincere and true investment of both married parties to create an un-penetratable bond and relationship which reflects the oneness of a marriage; and the results: Luke 6:38 Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be .measured to you again.

Of course you may ask, how is that relevant: here's how: the quality, not the quantity of your input into your marriage(very very important) is what will determine it's essence. That means whether it's genuine and has substance, you know. . . . if it's for real! A superficial giving of one's self will always show up in the balances. It's like a role play or, to put it bluntly, just an act, no substance, no sincerity, no commitment, no real love or intimate desire, it's all just an act! How sad.

Nevertheless, I have some good news! Your marriage doesn't have to be that way. You have the power to change it! That's right, and it's all written down for you. Yes. . . . .you've guessed it. The Holy Bible. The Word of Almighty God. It will change your marriage and transform it into such a joy until you can't wait to wake up every morning and share another day with your mate! Hallelujah! Oh. . . . .and by the way. . . . . that's what's in it for you!

How Blessed it is to be Blessed!