Luke 10:27

Self-love in a marriage

Break 1

Litany of Self-Love

Mathew 5:44

Break 2

5 elements to a good apology

Does self-love harm a marriage? Do you struggle with the idea or think that marriage is all about selfless service? Today, Doug looks at self-love in marriage through the lens of Luke 10:27 and Matthew 5:44.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Anne - I agree with you and I would add that respect for yourself is respecting God because he made us out of love. (9:13)
Deedee - What does it mean to be made in the image and likeness of God? (37:42)
Ron - I have some examples of how I help myself when my wife starts to become my enemy. I also loved that litany. (39:56)

 

Resources:

Litany of Self-Love

https://www.thefaceofmercy.org/blog/litany-of-self-love

 

Showing unconditional love
Smile when you don’t feel like it
Say a kind word
Give a compliment every day
Refrain from criticism or harsh words
Serve your spouse without announcing it
Apologize quickly
Forgive immediately
Pray for your spouse every day

 

5 elements to a good apology
Regret
Rational
Responsibility
Repentance
Repair

Does self-love harm a marriage? Do you struggle with the idea or think that marriage is all about selfless service? Today, Doug looks at self-love in marriage through the lens of Luke 10:27 and Matthew 5:44.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Anne - I agree with you and I would add that respect for yourself is respecting God because he made us out of love. (9:13)</li>
<li>Deedee - What does it mean to be made in the image and likeness of God? (37:42)</li>
<li>Ron - I have some examples of how I help myself when my wife starts to become my enemy. I also loved that litany. (39:56)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Resources:
Litany of Self-Love
<a href="https://www.thefaceofmercy.org/blog/litany-of-self-love">https://www.thefaceofmercy.org/blog/litany-of-self-love</a>
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Showing unconditional love
<ol>
<li>Smile when you don&rsquo;t feel like it</li>
<li>Say a kind word</li>
<li>Give a compliment every day</li>
<li>Refrain from criticism or harsh words</li>
<li>Serve your spouse without announcing it</li>
<li>Apologize quickly</li>
<li>Forgive immediately</li>
<li>Pray for your spouse every day</li>
</ol>
&nbsp;
5 elements to a good apology
<ol>
<li>Regret</li>
<li>Rational</li>
<li>Responsibility</li>
<li>Repentance</li>
<li>Repair</li>
</ol>

Marriage Unhindered is a sincere exploration of the joys and challenges within the realm of marriage. Hosted by the seasoned Doug Hinderer, this one-hour, caller-based show is scheduled to air Monday through Friday at 5PM CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of marital relationships.

Marriage Unhindered is a sincere exploration of the joys and challenges within the realm of marriage. Hosted by the seasoned Doug Hinderer, this one-hour, caller-based show is scheduled to air Monday through Friday at 5PM CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of marital relationships.