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SCRIPTURE: There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death. (Proverbs 14:12) MEDITATION: In His Word, God tells us everything we need to know about what is right in His eyes. Regardless of what He says, man tries to rewrite His instructions to fit his … Continue reading
SURVEY QUESTIONS/ANSWERS (6 of 14): How does a marriage change when children are added to the family? – More stress. – Less sleep. – Less time to do things you want to do. – Life becomes less boring. – Find a new joy that never existed before; a different kind … Continue reading
SCRIPTURE: People of Zion, who live in Jerusalem, you will weep no more. How gracious he will be when you cry for help! As soon as he hears, he will answer you. Although the Lord gives you the bread of adversity and the water of affliction, your teachers will be hidden no more; with your … Continue reading
SURVEY QUESTIONS/ANSWERS (5 of 14): What are some disappointments in the early years of marriage? – Spouse didn’t change like you hoped they would. – Wanted to have children and found out you could not. – Spouse no longer accepts your friends. – Job causes you to have to move to … Continue reading
SCRIPTURE: (1 Samuel 1:1-19) MEDITATION: As believers, what we say and how we react to situations is very important (not only for how others perceive us, but also for how we are rewarded). Elkanah had 2 wives (Hannah and Peninnah) – not sure why he had two, but times were different back then. At … Continue reading
SURVEY QUESTIONS/ANSWERS (4 OF 14): What are some challenges in the early years of marriage? – Developing confidence and trust in each other. – Learning to accept the faults and bad habits of each other. – Learning to make joint decisions. – Balancing activities (with consideration for each other). – … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him. (Hebrews 11:6) MEDITATION: Have you ever thought about receiving rewards (blessings) from God? We hear about how He blesses people, but doesn’t it just … Continue reading
SURVEY QUESTIONS/ANSWERS (3 OF 14): What are some stresses in the early years of marriage? – Financial (have to buy things to get started; who manages bank accounts?). – Give up independence (consideration for spouse must be factored in; have to think in terms of “we”, instead of “me”). – Accountability (accountable to each other, … Continue reading
SURVEY QUESTION/ANSWERS (2 OF 14) What are some highlights in the early years of marriage? – Clothes are washed and ironed. – Birth of children. – Get to know each other in a different way. – See the inner qualities in each other. – Develop a friendship with each other. … Continue reading
SURVEY QUESTION/ANSWERS (1 OF 14) What are some reasons two people decide to get married? – To get out of the house (gain independence). – For financial reasons (combined incomes). – In love (can’t live without the other). – Both have the same interests. – Want to spend more time … Continue reading
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