Signed in Love: Contract or Covenant?
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These days, relationships can feel like business deals—full of terms, conditions, and exit clauses. But God’s love flips the script. Instead of a contract, He invites us into a covenant—which is like a deep, unbreakable promise. A contract requires two parties agreeing on terms, but a covenant requires three—you, your spouse, and God. And long before contracts even existed, covenants were the foundation of God’s relationships with His people. It’s not based on performance or convenience but on unwavering love and commitment, no matter what.
Contract vs. Covenant
A contract is a transaction: “I’ll hold up my end if you hold up yours.” If one person fails, the deal’s off. A covenant, on the other hand, is a sacred promise—rooted in commitment, not convenience.
God’s love is a covenant. “I will be faithful to you and make you mine.” – Hosea 2:19-20
Marriage: More Than a Deal
Marriage isn’t about keeping score or negotiating terms—it’s a lifelong covenant. “Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her to make her holy, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word.” – Ephesians 5:25-26
Jesus didn’t love based on convenience. He gave everything. That’s the kind of love marriage thrives on—selfless, forgiving, and built to last.
How to Live Out Covenant Love
Stick it out when it’s hard – Love isn’t about convenience. When stress, disagreements, or tough seasons come, remember that your commitment isn’t based on how you feel in the moment. For example, instead of shutting down after an argument, take time to listen, pray together, and work through it.
Give grace freely – Patience, forgiveness, and selflessness go a long way. If your spouse forgets something important or makes a mistake, choose grace over resentment. Just as God forgives us, extend that same mercy to your partner.
Honor your promises – Reflect God’s faithfulness in how you love. Whether it’s keeping date nights sacred, following through on your commitments, or supporting each other’s dreams, be intentional about showing up for your spouse every day.
Near to Forever: Love That Lasts
God’s love never quits. Let’s build relationships that do the same—not as contracts with loopholes, but as sacred promises that stand the test of time.
As a husband-and-wife team, we believe in covenant love—not just in our marriage, but in the way we serve couples like you. We're here to do more than capture your love on your wedding day or engagement—we’re here to support you before, during, and beyond, helping you build a love that lasts a lifetime.
“Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful.” – Hebrews 10:23
