Laundry

Everything we do makes a difference in marriage

Why is doing the laundry not fun?

Because it’s not just one thing. It’s a bunch of things—all of which are not fun. There’s washing, hanging, drying, sorting, ironing, and folding. And then sure enough, you’re still going to lose a sock. Aaaarrrggh!

So why do we do it?

Because deep down, doing the laundry is purposeful and blesses our spouse (and family).

Doing the laundry is miserable. But it’s worth it for the clean clothes to wear.

It’s a metaphor for life.

Much of life can be miserable. But if there’s purpose, then that makes all the difference.

But we only have purpose if we know why we’re here.

That’s why God sent us his Son, Jesus—so that we can know God personally and also know why we’re here.

And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 (ESV)

Suddenly, life will be purposeful. Everything we do makes a difference.

I just wish Jesus could also help us know where we lost that sock.