it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude,
it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight
It always protects, always trusts, always hopes,
always perseveres. Love never fails.
(1 Corinthians 13:4-8)
Rob is patient with the messes, mood swings, and mistakes he's had to put up with for all these years! He would have every right to be "rude" or "easily angered" when I've failed for the thousandth time. He doesn't store up a list of my weaknesses, ready to throw them in my face when I've disappointed him again.
Instead, he "always trusts, always hopes, and always perseveres." He cheers me on, believing I can tackle that pile of work, write that book, lose that weight, overcome that ugly emotion, and be that person who God says I am in Christ. His optimism and confidence in me hang in there even when I'm giving up on myself.
Rob doesn't let "evil" and "envy" creep in and spoil our marriage. He's doesn't keep score of which of us has the most free time, who spent more money on new clothes, or who's better at this and that and the other thing. He keeps it clean with his language and humor and the type of entertainment we enjoy. He doesn't stare at other women or compare me to anyone else.
Finally, he protects me. He works hard to provide for my needs, guards my feelings, and holds me tight when life is overwhelming. He locks up the house before bed and makes sure my car's running right. He prays for me. He makes me feel safe.
I'm looking forward to celebrating our anniversary with a date and presents, cards and kisses. But I'm looking forward even more to what's ahead--more years of this beautiful, real-life love that he gives me every day.
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