This week Jesse and I celebrated our 7th year of 07/07/07. The Lord has been faithful to us as we continue to honor Him with every aspect of our lives. It is not always easy living a life totally called a part. I am so thankful I have been given a man with the same convictions and determination as I to remain people of integrity. While I could go on and on about the greatness of my husband, I think I feel most reflective upon the things we have learned thus far. By no means have we perfected it all, but here is a list of things we practice.
Here are few things that help a marriage last and grow:
1. Be willing to say these words: "I am sorry. I was wrong, please forgive me." (Words of wisdom from Pastor Robert Morris of Gateway)
2. Sometimes it is better to hold your tongue, pray about it and let the Lord work the issue out in His timing. His ways are perfect after all.
3. If a need isn't being met, pray about it. Ask the Lord to reveal to you if you are not being the spouse your husband (or wife) needs you to be.
4. It is OKAY to not have everything you want. You really can live on less than what you think you need. In the long run, your marriage and family will benefit from less.
5. Open hands and open hearts...stay willing to serve and give of yourself, of your time, of your possessions, etc.
6. Pray for your spouse to lead according to the precepts of God's Word.
Do you see a recurring theme? Marriage cannot work without Jesus and standing on His Word. Daily conversation with God individually and together has to be priority. There are too many things that can creep in to destroy marriages and the only way to safeguard is prayer.
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