Which Bible Couple Are You Most Like?

"Jacob was sent by his father Isaac to find a wife from a relative‘s family. He met Rachel at the well and for him, it was love at first sight." - Jack Wellman
The story of Jacob and Rachel includes love at first sight, enduring patiently through a 7 year engagement and unfailing devotion though it all. If you're most like these two then chances are you and your loved one have endured a lot of trials or distance together that has tested your devotion to one another. However, your mutual dedication to each other keeps your relationship strong and it's vital to the foundation you've built together. Keep that mentality and you can make it through anything!

Read Genesis: 29-30

We all know Mary and Joseph in their historical role of fostering our Savior into the world, and that says a lot about the character of this couple. Mary and Joseph are known for their described humility and faithfulness to God. They led simple lives and were devoted to God's plan for their relationship no matter what others around them thought about it. If your relationship is most like these two then chances are you and your loved one have a genuine devotion to each other regardless of what you have or don't have, do or don't do and aren't concerned so much with image! You're satisfied with each other and dedicated to living by faith. You don't need fancy dinner dates or to draw attention to yourselves- you're just grateful for each other and the path God has you on. Keep a humble mindset and you'll be amazed how God can use you both!

If you know anything about the story of Esther, you'll know she was picked by the Persian King Ahasuerus in the search of a new Queen. Their story illustrates a relationship marked by honor, loyalty and the willingness to face and address difficulties in hard times. If your relationship is anything like these two, regardless of all the other options in the world, you’d choose each other. You guys are committed, would sacrifice anything for the other and are willing to have conversations that matter deeply, which only make your relationship stronger. Continue to love with deep-spirited devotion, respect, open communication and commitment and it will take you both a long way!

Read: The Book of Esther

Priscilla and Aquila were a married couple who became some of the earliest followers of Jesus. Judging by their evenly-yoked devotion to serving the church they may not have only been a solid couple but good friends as they partnered hand in hand in ministry. Their relationship was not just about themselves but about serving others as they opened their home for believers to gather regularly. They had characteristics of hard-work, sacrifice and dedication. If you and your loved one are anything like these two then your relationship is likely marked by the devotion to God you both foster and serve in together. While it's not always easy to keep Christ the forefront when life and emotions come in, it is still within your intentions. Continue to be an example of what a godly relationship looks like because it will continue to plant seeds with those around you!

Read: Acts 18:2-3