“Before we were married, a friend and mentor told me something that has stuck with me through our ten years of marriage — that marriage is rarely if ever 50/50. There will be seasons when marriage requires more from you than the other person may have to give. Sometimes it’s you giving 90% and the other person can only give…
“I think one thing that has kept our marriage healthy is a love for the core of who the other person is. In short, we try to love another for who they are, rather than resenting them for who they’re not. It’s easy to fall in love with who a person is, and then come to resent them over time…
“A foundation in Christ, lots of laughter and frequent sex are some of the most important ingredients to our 18 years of marriage.” – Anonymous Check out this similar post!
“Learning to live in the truth that conflict in marriage is almost always God trying to bring my flesh to the surface so he can cut it off. Even if my spouse is totally in the wrong. Trying to ‘fix her’ never works. Humbling myself and allowing God to fix me, almost always works.” – Nathan B. Today’s Featured Couple:…
“When I felt insecure in our marriage early on, I would fault my husband for my feelings and we would argue. I’ve since learned to put my fears or anger on the shelf, give him a big hug when he walks in the door and help foster warmth between us. I’ve found that either it’s a great atmosphere to be…
“The biggest thing that helped me/us and moved our marriage along is when I finally decided to let her be herself. Although early on, all of our arguments were different, they had the same root. I was trying to change her. Changing her and maturing together are two completely different things. We were at an impasse until I accepted this.…
“Forgive, forgive, forgive, and then forgive again. Living life so intertwined with another person is bound to bring many hurts and disappointments. Having a relationship with God, and remaining humbled by His forgiveness toward us has definitely been key in extending it toward one another.” – Rachel C. Check out this similar post!
“Tropes, stereotypes and ideas about “women” shouldn’t be given much thought. You are married to one woman and she is unique. Learn her, affirm her and love her. See to it that she flourishes and your wife will grow even more lovely every day of your life.” – Scott E. Today’s Featured Couple: Tazz and Drea KellyPhoto Cred: Whitney Schey…
“I know everyone’s go to answer is communication, but what that looks like is listening well and getting to know each other more, and better, to be able to support each other where they are, in whatever season it may be, and to do that, you gotta pray first! Through the most difficult of seasons, committing to praying for one…
“1. Show your wife or husband kindness daily. 2. Make coffee for your wife daily. 3. See and appreciate the strength that each of you has in the marriage as a blessing to keep the marriage strong. 4. See your wife or husband as a gift and blessing from God and appreciate them.” – Gary A. Today’s Featured Couple: James…