Loving your spouse is a blessing, but that love should not be rooted in physical appearance, as beauty fades with age. 

If your love is based solely on youth or outward charm, it will likely weaken over time, leading to distance and disconnection. 

True and lasting love is built on inner beauty—spiritual qualities like righteousness, faithfulness, and good character. These are the traits that endure. 

A sign that you love your spouse for the sake of Allah is that even as their physical beauty fades, your love remains strong because it’s anchored in their spiritual and ethical virtues.