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Marriage, in a Biblical sense, creates a unique oneness between a husband and a wife. A generous, thoughtful, sacrificial sex life can strengthen the bond of marriage and serve as an example of the unique oneness God wants to have with His people.

Marriage, in a Biblical sense, creates a unique oneness between a husband and a wife. A generous, thoughtful, sacrificial sex life can strengthen the bond of marriage and serve as an example of the unique oneness God wants to have with His people.

Scripture is clear that our generosity benefits us more than those who receive it. We are to be generous toward our spouse with our words, time, and attention. Oddly enough, such selfless love may lead to a sweeter marital experience for us, too.

In 2 Corinthians, Paul says, “Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously.” This principle is also true relationally, as a healthy marriage is dependent on how spouses view one another.

On this Father’s Day, we’re reminded that when we call on a Heavenly Father, we experience a new way of working that transforms our lives. Our hearts are turned toward the risen Jesus who fills us with hope and faith to walk in a new kind of life.

Peter knew what it was like to walk with Jesus but denied Him when He went to the cross. Still, Jesus invited him back into the simple way of connection with two words: “Follow me.” It’s not about what we do for Jesus—it’s about being with Jesus.

We can be around Jesus without really being connected to His power and presence, but a moment of simple trust in Him changes everything. When all signs point to a disconnection problem, Jesus invites us to trust that apart from Him we can do nothing.

Reunited with his brothers, Joseph sees how one thing led to another, telling them, “What you meant for evil, God was working out for good.” The highest view of God’s sovereignty is that He is weaving everything together for our good and His glory.

Joseph found new sorts of freedom and healing in forgiving his brothers and honoring God. We have the power to make the same sort of choice. We can never go wrong by choosing to let love and humility impact our response to people and God.

Carrying out the will of God is a daily practice. Joseph spent seven years leading people and overseeing preparation for a famine. His work may have felt monotonous and thankless, but it was that daily dedication that God used to “save many lives.”