The secret of a happy marriage is to serve God and each other. The goal of marriage is unity and oneness, as well as self-development. Paradoxically, the more we serve one another, the greater is our spiritual and emotional growth.
Interpretation
A happy marriage thrives on mutual service and devotion to God, leading to both unity and personal growth.
This quote by Ezra Taft Benson emphasizes the foundation of a successful marriage, which lies in serving not only God but also each other. It suggests that true fulfillment in a relationship comes from prioritizing joint aspirations and nurturing one another, ultimately fostering both individual and shared spiritual and emotional growth.
In practice
During a wedding ceremony, when discussing the keys to a successful marriage.
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