Gratitude
Illustration★★★André Maurois in his biography
of Disraeli writes: “Society found
Disraeli’s marriage at thirty-three to an
ignorant and frivolous widow of fortyfive ridiculous. To him it was a paradise
of adoration, a refuge of lasting tenderness. True, Mary Anne was ignorant,
but what did that matter? She had good
sense, gave sound political advice, and
was a useful companion in campaigns.
Her frivolous talk amused and relaxed
Disraeli; he had too many _ brilliant
friends in women to want to withstand
Found in A TREASURY OF SERMON ILLUSTRATIONS, CHARLES L. WALLIS · chunk wallis_aa
The point
Despite society's mockery, Disraeli's marriage to an older woman was paradise of adoration and tenderness, showing true value in unexpected partnerships.
Scripture
Proverbs 18:22Ephesians 5:25
Audience
Adults
Tone
Tender · Appreciative
To tell aloud
under a minute · 81 words