Don't Let the Storms of Life Wash Your Marriage Away

In this lifetime, we will all face challenges and storms — it's a part of the journey. Jesus acknowledged this reality when He was talking with His disciples before the Crucifixion. He clarified for them,        " I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation.   But take heart; I have overcome the world"     

(John 16:33 ) ... .. ... cont.

Now don't get me wrong, I believe that marriage is the greatest gift God ever gave my husband, Greg, and me. However, there are days, weeks and even months of challenges that come with this gift. Over the past 25 years, Greg and I have faced health challenges, repeated moves, seasons of conflict, the stress of completing graduate school — and the list goes on. How about you? ...  .. ... cont.

As human beings, we don't have to go looking for difficult seasons because they seem to find us all on their own. However, as believers we need to recognize that we have an enemy, Satan, who has calculated plans to destroy the unity in our marriage.. ... .. .cont. 

Facing the storms of life together
How does any married couple face challenges together? Regardless of where you are in your marriage journey or what issues come your way, here are few tips to help keep you united through the storms of life:
         
          Acknowledge that life will always have challenges.   There is something powerful about simply acknowledging that there will be challenges in this lifetime. Yes, you will struggle. Yes, you will have emotions of grief and sadness. But .. .... ..cont.
            Recognize the real enemy. Often when a crisis hits, couples will begin to view each other as the problem or the cause of the storm. The truth is that the real enemy, Satan, wants to divide you from your spouse because .. ... ..cont.


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