- 77% of men said they’d remarry the same woman
51% of women said the same
- How far would you go to keep a promise?
- Love - What I’m supposed to do.
- Cherish - Focuses on the wonder of my spouse.
- Love is about being gracious and selfless.
1 Corinthians 13:4 // Love is patient, love is kind.
- Cherish is about being enthusiastic and enthralled.
Song of Songs 4:10 // How delightful is your love, my sister, my bride!
- Love tends to be quiet and understated.
1 Corinthians 13:4 // It [love] does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.
- Cherish boasts boldy and loudly.
Song of Songs 5:10 // My beloved is radiant and ruddy, distinguished among ten thousand.
- Love thinks about others with selflessness.
1 Corinthians 13:4-5 // it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way.
- Cherish thinks about its beloved with praise.
Song of Songs 2:14 // Your voice is sweet and your face is lovely.
- Love doesn’t want the worst for someone.
1 Corinthians 13:6 // Love does not delight in evil.
- Cherish celebrates the best in someone.
Song of Songs 1:15 // Behold, you are beautiful, my love; behold, you are beautiful.
1 Corinthians 13:7 // Love always hopes; always perseveres.
Song of Songs 5:16 // His mouth is sweetness itself; he is altogether lovely.
- Love is about commitment.
1 Corinthians 13:7-8 // Love endures all things. Love never fails.
- Cherish is about delight and passion.
Song of Songs 1:3 // Your name is like perfume poured out.
- The goal of cherishing is to develop a mindset, attitude, and actions that make me hold my spouse in the highest regard.
The Commitments of Cherish:
1. Remember my promise
Song of Songs 4:9 // You have captivated my heart, my sister, my bride; you have captivated my heart with one glance of your eyes,
2. Have a cherishing mindset
Song of Songs 6:9 // My dove, my perfect one, is the only one.
3. Showcase their beauty.
