No Husband Left Behind
HIM & HER — Together (on the Same Page)
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Hitched for Life
Why do some couples struggle to “survive” the marriage life for a few weeks or months, and other couples “tie-the-knot” and “endure” years or even decades? Should Christians have some “special” insight in to what makes the “perfect” union between a man and a woman?
[Part 1 – Topic]
Perhaps things would be a little differently if all marriages “required” staying together for “life” (no matter what). Honestly, Christian marriage really should only be formed when the two (both him and her) are totally “committed” for life.
So, why do some marriages struggle to last a few months, and end in “divorce”? Especially when others last a “lifetime”. What could possibly cause some marriages to end so soon? And yet we hear of couples celebrating fifty years or more.
Christians “should” set a better example (if and when possible) for the community. Following our Lord Jesus and His devotion to the Church, why would we ever let something so special end (with minimal to no real effort to save)?
[Part 2 – Problem]
At times, many people question whether they made the “right” choice. Should you have “waited” just a little longer to be absolutely “certain”? Do you ever hear questions like these rolling around in your head? You are likely not alone in questioning or doubting yourself.
Your marriage has probably already endured many “moments” of frustration. Possibly even a “hardship” along the journey, which may have caused a little “pain”. Worse yet, loving people around you likely mean well when they feel the need to “offer” their unsolicited opinion.
Maybe you even said or did “something” (or neglected something) and are now struggling to understand how to “fix” it. Getting your marriage back to a place of “sheer-bliss” is worth the “extra” effort, would you agree?
[Part 3 – Solution]
Forget about any doubts concerning your choice of marriage “partner”. Commit yourself to making “this” relationship better over the next few days and weeks to come. Never waste your time on “second-guessing” your past decisions. Time to begin writing your next chapter “together”.
As difficult as it may be, try to ignore what others are saying (unless you find some immediate value in it). Every single human being will have an opinion that really has no value for “you”. Realize they mostly want to be of help, and genuinely wish the very best for you.
If you are still sensing a little distance between you two love birds, take a moment right now and “talk”. Even if you feel just a little bit of “cold shoulder”, remember to tell your dear spouse those magic words, “I love you” (and really mean it).
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)
Other resources which may be of interest…
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“3 Things to Tell Your Spouse Tonight”
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“Identifying Your Top 3 Must Haves”
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