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BIBLE PASSAGE: For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. (2 Timothy 1:7) MEDITATION: Have you ever noticed that some people are bold about their faith when they are at church, but away from the church they are more timid about it? What … Continue reading
SURVEY QUESTIONS/ANSWERS (10 OF 14): (non-scientific survey with unedited answers) What suggestions would you give to two people who are thinking about getting married? – Realize it’s for life; long-term and not just a long date. – It’s not an easy commitment. – Work out things before marrying (responsibilities, etc.). – Develop and maintain good … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: In those days Hezekiah became ill and was at the point of death. The prophet Isaiah, son of Amoz, went to him and said, “This is what the Lord says: Put your house in order, because you are going to die; you will not recover.” (2 Kings 20:1) MEDITATION: Mankind doesn’t like to … Continue reading
SURVEY QUESTIONS/ANSWERS (9 OF 14): REMINDER: THESE ARE UNEDITED RESPONSE FROM VARIOUS INDIVIDUALS SURVEYED. What are some disappointments in a long-term marriage? – Have to take care of each other. – Find that you don’t have the same beliefs. – Find that the relationship hasn’t grown. – Find that you have … 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 misplaced something that you personally valued? It may have been something that seemed insignificant to someone else, but … Continue reading
SURVEY QUESTIONS/ANSWERS (8 of 14): What are some of the highlights in a long-term marriage? – Learn you can depend on each other. – Your love for each other has grown. – You can see God’s work in your lives. – Find comfort in knowing that you pray for each other. … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money. (Matthew 6:24) MEDITATION: Have you ever heard the phrase, “When you try to please everyone, you … Continue reading
SURVEY QUESTIONS/ANSWERS (7of14): What are some of the most significant changes between the early years of marriage and a marriage that has lasted 10-20 years? – Your spouse tends to mellow out. – Develop better communication with each other. – Get into more of a comfort zone. – Develop a … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: 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, some (maybe many) try to rewrite God’s instructions to … 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
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