As a college
student, I heard count-less engagement stories. My starry-eyed friends told
about glitzy restaurants, mountaintop sunsets, and rides in horse-drawn
carriages. I also recall one story about a young man who simply washed his
girlfriend’s feet. His “modest proposal” proved he understood that humility is vital
for a lifelong commitment.
The
apostle Paul also understood the significance of humility and how it holds us
together. This is especially important in marriage. Paul said to reject
“me-first” urges: “Let nothing be done through selfish ambition” (Phil. 2:3).
Instead, we should value our spouses more than ourselves, and look out for
their interests.
Humility
in action means serving our spouse, and no act of service is too small or too great.
After all, Jesus “humbled Himself . . . to the point of death, even the death
of the cross” (v.8). His selflessness showed His love for us.
What can
you do today to humbly serve the one you love? Maybe it’s as simple as leaving
brussels sprouts off the dinner menu or as difficult as helping him or her
through a long illness. Whatever it is, placing our spouse’s needs before our
own confirms our commitment to each other through Christlike humility.
If you
think it’s possible to love your spouse too much,you probably haven’t loved enough. (RBC)
