Proverbs 18:23 He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the Lord.
Some people think they are God's gift to the world. They are proud and arrogant, wanting everyone to know how important they are. But, we know what happens to the proud and haughty (Proverbs 16:18).
Just because some think they are the greatest and God's gift to society doesn't mean that we cannot be God's gift to society. In fact, this verse says that women are a gift to man. Man will not be complete, save a man living in undivided devotion to the Lord (1Corinthians 7:32 - 35), unless he find a wife. She will be his suitable helper for life (Genesis 2:18 - 25).
K and A, you are special and a favor given by God for a special person. You are to be his helper and companion. You will belong to each other and cling to one another for life. Never let another come between you. Even if you think later that he is not the "perfect" choice, God is able to mold you, each for the other, as you yield to the Spirit's control. There are character and compatibilities traits that you should consider in a potential spouse, but the most important trait is spiritual. After you are married you need to spur him on to love and good deeds, encouraging him in his spiritual walk and leadership. You are God's gift to him to bless him and to direct the favors of God in his everyday walk with the Lord. You have a special role to play. You are God's special gift.
~Dad
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