Ephesians 5:33
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.
This verse emphasizes that love in marriage should reflect the sacrificial love Christ has for the Church. "However, each one of you must also love his wife as he loves himself" calls husbands to love their wives deeply, understanding that their love must mirror Christ’s self-giving nature. Love is not about self-fulfillment, but about serving and nurturing the other person. When a husband loves his wife as himself, he demonstrates care, protection, and commitment. This love is not dependent on external circumstances but is rooted in a commitment to the well-being of the spouse. Just as Christ gave Himself up for us, so too should husbands be willing to sacrifice for the good of their wives. In turn, wives are called to respect and honor their husbands, contributing to the mutual love and care that builds a healthy and strong relationship. This reciprocal love and respect form the foundation of a marriage that reflects God’s will and His perfect love for His people.
1 Corinthians 13:6
Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth; Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.
Romans 12:10
Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;
1 John 3:18
My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in deed and in truth.
1 John 4:10
Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.