05/08/2026
❤️ The Day I Entered the Kitchen: Love Is Proven When It Is Inconvenient
One day, my wife became ill and couldn't cook.
Immediately, several questions crossed my mind.
Should we both go hungry? Of course not.
Should I insist that she drag herself into the kitchen despite her condition? Absolutely not.
Should I order fast food? That was an option, but I'm not much of a fast-food person except when there is no better alternative.
So, I did what I could do and what love demanded.
I entered the kitchen.
Thank God I can cook. Whether it's Edikang Ikong, Afang, Efo Riro, Jollof Rice, or other delicious meals... Hilda Baci might need to watch out! 😀 (Just kidding.)
My schedule was already packed, but I refused to let busyness become an excuse. I adjusted my plans, tied my apron, and cooked for my family.
I didn't sit down complaining about the situation.
I looked for a solution.
That, to me, is intentional love.
Love is not merely saying, "I love you." Love is stepping up when your partner cannot.
A farmer does not expect a plant to flourish without watering it. In the same way, no relationship or marriage will continue to blossom without intentional effort.
Imagine if I had shouted at my wife because she was sick.
Imagine if I had left both of us hungry simply because cooking was "her responsibility."
Would that have reflected love?
Her moment of weakness became my opportunity to demonstrate my love.
Many people profess love when life is easy.
Real love is revealed when sacrifice is required.
Your words matter.
Your actions matter even more.
The love you claim to have for your spouse or partner should be visible in both your words and your works.
Scripture consistently presents love as action. Patience, kindness, forgiveness, sacrifice, and service are not merely emotions; they are decisions expressed through our behavior.
A beautiful orange tree that never bears fruit is of little value to its owner. Likewise, love that produces no visible action eventually loses its meaning.
Some of the Best Opportunities to Prove Your Love
❤️ When your partner is sick.
❤️ When they are financially challenged.
❤️ During pregnancy and while nursing a baby.
❤️ When they fail or make mistakes.
❤️ When they offend you.
❤️ When they are emotionally weak or vulnerable.
❤️ When they are pursuing a project and need your support.
❤️ During birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, promotions, and other special occasions.
Don't wait for perfect moments before showing love.
The difficult moments are often the greatest opportunities to prove it.
Action Point:
Choose one practical way today to intentionally express love to your spouse or partner through both your words and your actions.
"Little children, let us not love in word or speech, but in deed and in truth." — 1 John 3:18
If this message blessed you, kindly share it so someone else can be encouraged.
©️ Abiodun Aremo
Covenant Family Ministry
Let's Talk:
👉Have you ever gone out of your way to prove your love through actions rather than words?
👉Which of the opportunities listed above do you think is the greatest test of genuine love?
👉What is one intentional act of love you will show your spouse or partner this week?
I'd love to read your thoughts in the comments.
