Former Blackout Artist

In marriage, the husband’s primary objective is not to make sure his wife is physically and emotionally sustained. That is part of it, of course – but his ultimate objective should be that his wife will be prepared to meet Jesus. To that end, the word that Paul uses for love here – “agape” – is important: it expresses self-sacrifice and self-abasement. It’s about what we give, not what we get. It’s about what we owe, not what we’re due. It’s not about seeking what’s good for you; it’s about giving yourself up for what’s truly good for your wife, so that she might be “holy and without blemish” (Ephesians 5:25-28). – Alistair Begg

“Dogs are quick to show their affection. They never pout, they never bear a grudge. They never run away from home when mistreated. They never complain about their food. They never gripe about the way the house is kept. They are chivalrous and courageous, ready to protect their mistress at the risk of their lives. They love children, and no matter how noisy and boisterous they are, the dog loves every minute of it. In fact, a dog is still a competition for a husband. Perhaps if we husbands imitated a few of our dog’s virtues, life with our family might be more amiable.” – Billy Graham

“A husband should feel, “If there’s only one good wife in the world, I’ve got her.” If he does not feel so, he ought to try and make her so, and the best way is to be a good husband himself.” – C.H. Spurgeon