It's easy to forget, amidst the hustle and bustle of life, that our spouse is not just a life partner but a living, breathing human being with feelings, dreams, and vulnerabilities. Words, powerful as they are, can either mend hearts or break spirits, especially when spoken without the cloak of tenderness. Just as stray bullets from a gun can leave irrevocable damage, so can unkind words once they've left our mouths.

Proverbs 28:14 (MSG) illuminates this thought further: "A tenderhearted person lives a blessed life; a hardhearted person lives a hard life." This isn't just ancient wisdom but a practical guideline for our day-to-day interactions.

Tenderness is not just about being soft-spoken. It's about empathy, kindness, mercy, grace, and above all, reflecting Christ-like love in our actions and words. And as you journey through the ups and downs of marriage, let this Christ-like love be your guiding light. Show your spouse the same compassion and love that God showers upon you. That, dear reader, is a foundational secret to a flourishing marriage.

Kevin

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