Marriage Quote by John Piper
““The reason there is so much misery in marriage is not that husbands and wives seek their own pleasure, but that they do not seek it in the pleasure of their spouses. The biblical mandate to husbands and wives is to seek your own joy in the joy of your spouse.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Biblical Marriage Guidance, John Piper, 2015
Marital happiness comes from seeking each other's joy, not personal pleasure alone.
In simple terms: Find joy in your spouse's happiness.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize your partner's joy.
Themes
marriage
selflessness
joy
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
spiritual
practical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- daily interactions
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
biblical teaching
mutual fulfillment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you actively seek your spouse's joy?
- What obstacles prevent mutual joy?
A Different Perspective
Requires both partners to practice selflessness.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
