Wednesday, June 8
A married couple was meant to be a team. Each one was to have a different role, but would fit in perfectly with each other. Think of a picture puzzle. Hundreds of very similar pieces, yet each one has exactly one place where it fits perfectly. The end result is a beautiful picture, a piece of art to be appreciated and enjoyed. There are no male pieces or female pieces, but you get the picture—no pun intended. Here’s a man’s analogy. I want to tighten a nut, so I go get my socket set. Sockets come in all sizes, both metric and standard. Too small or too big—too bad. Hexagon rather than pentagon—ditto. A woman’s analogy. pots and pans. Find the lid that fits the pan you’re using. And the bedroom curtains have to match the bed spread. In like manner, a man and wife need to fit. When a couple plans to marry, how often do we wonder if they are a good fit? Will this marriage be successful? A misfit can end in disaster, but with extra effort and counsel, it can work out. But it’s a risk. The Bible tells us not to be unequally yoked together. That generally applies to a Christian marrying a non-Christian, but might also be applied to other kinds of misfits. Ignore that injunction at your own risk. Some of my readers will know exactly what I’m talking about.
Crumbs from the Master's Table 