A Long Obedience

A cord of three strands is not quickly broken. Two can be brave. Three — you and your spouse and the presence of God — can last.

Marriage is not a highlight reel. It is a long obedience in the same direction. Forgiveness on a Tuesday. Prayer when you would rather win the argument. A table with enough chairs.

If you are weary of trying to be impressive, you have permission to be faithful instead. Faithful is how love starts to look like Jesus in a house.