[h=2]Friday, June 12 [/h] Clothe yourselves with love.—Col. 3:14. Love, “a perfect bond of union,†is the most important quality in a marriage. Genuine love grows as a loyal couple experience life together, with its joys and challenges They become even closer friends and cherish each other’s company. Such marriages are nourished, not by just a few great deeds, as portrayed in the media, but by countless smaller acts —a hug, a kind remark, a thoughtful gesture, a telling smile, or a sincere “how was your day?†These little things can make a big difference in a marriage. Love also impels a couple to continue learning about each other. (Phil. 2:4) In turn, such knowledge makes their love grow even stronge r despite their imperfections. A successful marriage is not static but grows richer and stronger with time. So if you are married, ask yourself: ‘How well do I know my mate? Do I understand his or her feelings and thoughts on matters? How often do I think about my spouse?’ w13 5/15 3:9, 10