Biblical Secrets to a Healthy MarriageChikamu

Indifference and coldness are other aspects that can attack the health of a marriage, and thus, their efficiency for the Lord as a unit.

Emotional detachment, however, often sneaks into a marriage unnoticed. While the couple may still be loyal to each other, the warmth, affection, and concern slowly fade and become replaced by a lukewarm "partnership."

When the church of Ephesus had forsaken the passion and fire of the first love, the Bible outlines what they were called to do to return to it: remember the first works, repent, and repeat the first works (Revelation 2:4-5). I find that this principle also applies to the fire and passion within our marriage. Signs of this coldness within marriage are evidence of a hardened heart that we must be on alert against.

To rekindle the fire and first love within your marriage, remember how you served and loved your spouse and the initial way you shared your hearts. Repent for any emotional detachment you have felt and expressed, and commit to being intentional.

Sometimes, it’s little acts that keep hearts soft and warm.

Encouragement: Intentionally show small acts of kindness each day, like leaving a note, giving a compliment, or simply holding hands.

Let’s pray: Lord, restore warmth and affection in our marriage. Help us to reconnect emotionally and deepen our love for one another.