Marriage Matters Devotional: The Power of Respect

“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.” — Romans 12:10

Respect is one of the quiet pillars of every strong marriage. It doesn’t always shout. It doesn’t always sparkle. But it holds the walls steady when emotions shift, life gets busy, and misunderstandings try to creep in.

Respect is how two people say, “I see you. I value you. I won’t tear you down.”

And in a world that often celebrates sarcasm, comparison, and criticism, respect becomes a sacred act.

🌿 What Respect Looks Like in Marriage

Respect doesn’t only show up in big moments — it shows up in the everyday:

Choosing gentleness when frustration rises. Listening fully instead of preparing to defend. Speaking to your spouse like they’re someone you’re honored to love. Protecting their dignity even in private moments. Never using weakness, mistakes, or vulnerabilities as weapons.

Respect says:

“You are my partner, not my opponent. We are on the same side.”

When respect is practiced consistently, trust deepens, communication opens, and marriage becomes a safer place to grow.

✨ Devotional Thought

God designed marriage to be a reflection of honor — two people lifting each other up, not pulling each other down. Respect isn’t earned by perfection; it’s given because your spouse is a child of God, worthy of dignity, patience, and kindness.

Respect doesn’t mean agreement on everything. It means handling disagreements with maturity and love.

When we honor our spouse’s voice, feelings, and presence, we’re also honoring God — because He is the One who brought this union together.

💡 Challenge for Today

Choose one intentional act of respect today:

Speak to your spouse with extra gentleness.

Ask about something that matters to them and truly listen.

Affirm something they do well.

Avoid one habit that makes them feel dismissed or unheard.

Small seeds of respect grow into deep roots of connection.

With love and light,

Crystal Amon

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