Posts with the tag “marriage”

"Jacob worked seven years for Rachel, and they seemed like only a few days to him because of his love for her." - Genesis 29:20 Romantic love is one of the most celebrated types of love in the world. It is the kind of love that fills movies, love songs, and stories. It is the feeling of being drawn to someone, of deep affection, and of wanting to be with them forever. In the Bible, this kind of lo...  Read More

“Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger.” – James 1:19  Through the challenges of marriage, conflicts are inevitable, but how we navigate them determines whether they weaken or strengthen our bond. To have a God-honoring marriage, we must learn the art of fighting fair. It doesn’t mean avoiding conflict but approaching it with a cooperative spirit.Jam...  Read More

“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” – Proverbs 15:1Ever found yourself stuck in the land of “FINE” in your conversations with your spouse? How was your day? FINE. How was dinner? FINE. How do I look in this dress? FINE. It might seem harmless, but the truth is that relying on a one-word vocabulary can be a silent saboteur of intimacy in marriage. I...  Read More

“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen…” – James 1:19 Through the challenges of marriage, James 1:19 serves as a powerful note, a reminder that everyone should be quick to listen. Have you ever considered the profound impact this simple act of listening can have on your marriage? Imagine a quiet moment, just you and your spouse. James ...  Read More

“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” – Matthew 6:33 Have you ever stopped to think about the wisdom written about in Matthew 6:33? It says, “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” This verse holds a key principle that can transform not just our individua...  Read More

“Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.” – Romans 14:19 Have you ever found yourself in the midst of a storm within your marriage? The slightest of selfishness can be a destructive force, building walls of sinfulness and separation that threaten the very foundation of our relationships. It’s a common human tendency to shy away when ...  Read More

“Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.” – Ephesians 5:21Have you ever felt like you and your spouse are on different teams? Perhaps you’ve known seasons of deep intimacy, but you’ve also weathered challenges, feeling like you’re heading in two different directions. It happens, and it’s okay to acknowledge it. But here’s the thing – marriage isn’t a competition. It’s a ...  Read More

"A cord of three strands is not easily broken.” – Ecclesiastes 4:12Have you ever marveled at the strength of a cord of three strands? It’s a powerful image that goes beyond the beauty of two becoming one. In Ecclesiastes 4:12, we read, “A cord of three strands is not easily broken.” It’s a profound truth that God invites us to live out in our marriages. You and your spouse, entwine...  Read More

“That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.” – Genesis 2:24Have you ever thought about the incredible design behind falling in love? It’s like God crafted this masterpiece where two individuals, unique and separate, come together to form a beautiful union – where two become one. In Genesis 2:24, God lays out the blueprint: “...  Read More

“Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their efforts… A cord of three strands is not easily broken.” – Ecclesiastes 4:9-12Have you ever noticed how the Bible talks a lot about the power of two in marriage? “Two are better than one,” says Ecclesiastes 4:9. It’s a beautiful truth – the synergy, support, and strength that come when two individuals unite in marria...  Read More

“That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.” – Genesis 2:24Let’s dive into the beauty of marriage, the kind that Jesus spoke about when he quoted Genesis 2:24. In that verse, the word for ONE is “Echad” – a Hebrew term that paints a picture of unity through plurality. It’s a concept that celebrates uniqueness and differences...  Read More

“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.” – Colossians 3:14Do you want a marriage that not only brings joy to your life but also honors the Lord? To achieve that, you’ve got to figure out how to tighten the knot and be prepared for the storm that’s inevitably coming your way. Colossians 3:14 says, “And over all these virtues put on lo...  Read More

“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.” – Ephesians 5:25 Weddings are events that are often grand and memorable. They are the culmination of months of planning and dreaming. The average American drops serious cash on engagement rings and weddings, investing not just money but also time and intentionality into making that BIG DAY per...  Read More

“Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall because it had its foundation on the rock.” – Matthew 7:24-25Ever had that heart-pounding moment when the phone rings in the middle of the night, an...  Read More

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” – John 10:10 Regardless of what aspect of your life you look at, the devil will do his best to ruin it. Whether it is your job, your marriage, your family, or your friendships, Satan wants to destroy everything you have. How does he do it? When it comes to your job, t...  Read More

“Wives, submit to your husbands as to the Lord, because the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church. He is the Savior of the body.” – Ephesians 5:22-23 Today’s key passage of Scripture addresses a sensitive topic – the concept of submission in marriage. This passage can be challenging to understand in today’s cultural context, but when viewed through the ...  Read More