Keeping the Faith in your marriage

Keeping the Faith: Navigating the Ups and Downs of Marriage with Biblical Wisdom and Patience

• Faith is an important part of any marriage, but it is especially important for couples who want to weather the storms of life together. The Bible has many scriptures that speak to the importance of faith in marriage, including:

Matthew 19:6: "So they are no longer two but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate."

Ephesians 5:25: "Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her."

Colossians 3:14: "And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity."

1 Corinthians 13:4-7: "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."

These scriptures remind us that faith is essential for a strong and lasting marriage. When we have faith in God, we can trust that He will help us through the difficult times. We can also rely on His love to guide us and keep us together.

• Here are some specific ways that faith can help couples in their marriages:

It can give them hope. When couples are facing challenges, faith can give them hope that things will get better. It can remind them that God is with them and that He will never leave them.

It can help them to forgive each other. When couples make mistakes, faith can help them to forgive each other and to move on. It can remind them that everyone makes mistakes and that God has forgiven them.

It can help them to communicate better. When couples are able to communicate openly and honestly with each other, it can help to strengthen their marriage. Faith can help couples to be more open and honest with each other, because they know that God is listening and that He will help them to work through their problems.

• If you are looking for ways to strengthen your marriage, I encourage you to start by building your faith. When you have faith in God, you will have the strength to weather any storm. You will also have the love and support that you need to make your marriage last a lifetime.

Share some of the challenges that couples face in their marriages.

• Biblical wisdom for navigating the ups and downs of marriage:

Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths."

Colossians 3:13-14: "Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity."

1 Corinthians 13:4-7: "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."

Be kind to yourself.

If you are impatient with yourself, you are more likely to be impatient with your spouse. So be kind to yourself and give yourself time to learn and grow.

Remember that your spouse is not perfect. No one is perfect, so don't expect your spouse to be perfect. Accept them for who they are and be patient with their flaws.

Focus on the positive. When you are feeling impatient, try to focus on the positive aspects of your marriage. This will help you to stay positive and to avoid getting caught up in the negative.

Patience is not always easy, but it is worth it. When you are patient with your spouse, you are investing in your marriage and making it stronger. So be patient, be kind, and focus on the positive. Your marriage will thank you for it.

Patience helps us to forgive each other and to keep our love alive.

How to keep the faith in your marriage:

Pray together. Prayer is a powerful way to connect with God and to ask for His help in your marriage.

Read the Bible together. The Bible is full of wisdom and guidance for married couples.

Attend church together. Church is a great place to worship God, to learn about His love, and to be surrounded by other couples who are on the same journey.

Restate the importance of faith in marriage.

Encourage yourself as a couple to never give up on your marriage.

I hope this helps!

-The Storm