SynopsisEveryone wants to be loved unconditionally in marriage. But all too often, the conditions we create and the unrealistic expectations we place on our spouses rapidly cause that dream to fade. Soon we find ourselves sarcastic instead of sympathetic, condemning instead of compassionate, and far from that match made in heaven. Packed with hilarious anecdotes and thoughtful insights, I Love You Unconditionally ... On One Condition reveals that although marriages have their mountaintop moments, we spend most of our time in the valley of everyday living. Using 1 Corinthians 13, Joey O'Connor offers fresh insights into the marvelous, messy, and often mundane moments of married life. Book jacket., Everyone wants to be loved unconditionally, especially in marriage. Unfortunately, we all fall short of unconditional love because relationships, like the weather, are full of conditions! Some conditions, like faithfulness, forgiveness, and respect, are necessary for healthy relationships. However, many relationships are plagued with the unhealthy conditions of control, self-interest, abuse of power, and unrealistic expectations. With his trademark upbeat approach and unique insights, Joey O'Connor shares with couples the important principles of grace and space in marriage. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 13, O'Connor examines all aspects of unconditional love, including patience, kindness, trust, and hope. He also explores conditions that too often exist in marriages today-impatience, pride, envy, and rudeness, to name a few. With plenty of humor and engaging stories, O'Connor shows husbands and wives that the unconditional love modeled by Jesus is possible in their marriages., There is no way around it...if you are married this is the essential guide to building a solid relationship with your spouse.
LC Classification NumberBV4596.M3O38 2004