No Husband Left Behind
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[Challenge]
Connect with Christian Couple
More than likely, you probably already have some connections with “couples”. We want to make certain, though, you have at least one married “Christian” couple with whom you can draw wisdom from, as well as share your ideas with.
Of course, your connections can be however you prefer. Virtual connections, using tools like social media, can be helpful. The one thing they may lack is a “closer” or “tight-knit” relationship, which you find more so when connecting in person over time.
During times of inclement weather or sickness throughout the year, you may feel better at keeping some physical distance. Relationships can be developed and strengthened with a video chat, phone-call, email, text, etc. My favorite is always in person first, whenever that is possible.
Previously connected:
Perhaps there is a married “Christian” couple which has come to mind. A husband or wife with whom you may have “already connected”. Perhaps it is time to reconnect, just reaching out in friendship to say you are still here for them.
If you have a friendship that may have drifted apart or broken from a misunderstanding, you may want to send more than just a note. Consider buying or making something to “ship” to them (if there is some physical distance to travel) or even personally “hand deliver” (if they live relatively close to you).
Even previous neighbors or colleagues living in a different geographic area can have a significant influence on your life. And you probably have something awesome to share with them while supporting their “current” (re-established) life needs. Maybe it is time to just offer them an opportunity to reconnect, even if only casually.
Casually connected:
So many people are all around us. Casual friends made here and there. Neighbors we wave to in passing. Colleagues from different departments where we work. Volunteers at church and other organizations where we enjoy supporting with our time and money. Consider reaching out to someone you rarely take the time to say more than “hello”.
At this point in your life, you should hopefully have at least one couple with whom you can pray with and share your ideas about “married” life concepts, biblically and prayerfully. If not, the first place to consider establish stronger relationships is with those you enjoy within your local church. Then, other Christian believers within your community and workplace.
Reaching out to those we are already connected with on a “casual” level should not be too difficult. Maybe it is time to offer a “friendly invite” to a recognizable establishment for your beverage of choice, or even lunch. Time together should enable you to see if this “Christian” husband or wife would make a healthy addition to your list of people with whom you can count on when you need a true friend.
Never connected:
At times, it may be best to look for totally “brand new” friendships. People whom you have never abused and they have never let you down. The goal is to identify a new “Christian” couple you may want to consider adding to your circle of friends. Of course, the best friendships take some time, especially with building trust.
Being able to connect with a married “husband and wife” duo who have an interest in the Christian faith, with whom you get to know and love and trust over time, should offer lasting benefits for you and for them. Hopefully you will be able to identify at least one couple, preferably married for several years, if possible.
Whatever you decide to do, reach out to someone this week. Whether you decide to reconnect with friends from the past, or consider taking a “casual” friendship to the next level, or even saying hello to someone whom you really do not even know … allow yourself to build stronger relationships which would be healthy in supporting you and your “Christian” marriage.
From one who forever remains…
“Under the Shadow of the Almighty” (Psalm 91:1),
Shawn Episcopo
Christian Community for Married Men and Women — (Knights) & (Damsels)