The bible teaches us to speak the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15). I did this for many years, even at the cost of hurting others, because I missed the part about LOVE! Actually, with great regret, I would even respond to my wife at one point in our marriage when she asked me - “do I look fat in this”, with - “no fatter than you actually are” . . . I wasn’t trying to be a jerk, my thought was - you, me, and everyone are the size we are and we look like we look. I have learned a lot through the years and I have such a loving and teaching wife who understands my desire was not to hurt her but to be honest. She has taught me about speaking the truth in LOVE part. Here is a video for all the guys who are like I use to be.

It’s time for us to love our wives like Christ loved the church. (Ephesians 5:25) Remember he died for the church!