Bringing the Romance back into your marriage!

Song of Solomon 6:3

I.                  Why

a.    Because it is Biblical I Corinthians 7:1-5

b.    Because it is fun Proverbs 5:15-21

c.     To protect your relationship Proverbs 6:26, I Corinthians 10:13

d.    To be a covering to your partner Genesis 20:16

II.              Preparations to bring back the romance

a.    Take a bath and put on some perfume Song of Solomon 1:12, Proverbs 7:16-18

b.    Clean the house, get some candles, music

c.     Be a lady

                                                             i.      Manners

                                                          ii.      Dress

                                                        iii.      Just in who you are

d.    Be a gentleman

                                                             i.      Manners

                                                          ii.      Manner of speech

e.    Touch each other

III.           Words are important

a.    Do not say negative things

b.    Look for every opportunity to say something positive

c.     Think the right things and you can say the right things Philippians 4:8, Song of Solomon 1:16, 2:14

d.    Thank the Lord for your partner

e.    Admire your partner in your mind

f.      Admire details

g.    Use specific praise Proverbs 20:29

h.    Encourage your partner

i.       Ladies approve his ideas and opinions

j.      Help him where he is weak

k.     Always praise

IV.            Get rid of the excuses

a.    That is just not how I am

b.    We do not have enough money to have a date

c.     He or she is not interested

V.                Steps to take right now

a.    Get some new habits Hosea 2:14-17

                                                             i.      Have a date Song of Solomon 2:4

                                                          ii.      Write some letters

                                                        iii.      Plan a supper

b.    Be careful not to miss the opportunities Song of Solomon 5:2-6

c.     Commit to practice love I Corinthians 13:4-8

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