Love is Intentional

Love is intentional. This is one of my primary beliefs related to marriage. Intentionality is essential in a marriage if you are going to have one that not only works but thrives. Marriage does not come easy; it never will, so you might as well start accepting that now. Marriage is one of the most beneficial and fulfilling relationships we all can experience here on earth, but we have to be intentional each and every day if we want it to last and be the best it can possibly be.

So many times I have heard people say in one way or another that they think that love should be easy. They say they will know "the one" when it just comes easily and there is no "drama" in the relationship. You will be looking forever. Granted some relationships are a little more "drama free" than others, but every single relationship is going to require work. If you are expecting easy, then you are going to hit the road when it gets tough...because it will. Most likely you won't be putting in the necessary work either if you are thinking a relationship should be easy. Relationships, love, and marriage are all work that require intentionality.

Marriage requires intentional love day in and day out. This week we will be dissecting what intentionality means and looks like in a marriage. The discussions will include the following:

• Making a Vow
• Daily Re-commitment
• Practical Intentions
  

So join me this week on being intentional in your marriage!