I thought this was a great message from church yesterday, so I just have to share it. From my notes:
MARRIAGE IS FOR KEEPS
Psalm 127:1 "Unless the LORD builds the house, its builders labor in vain."
Three things we can learn from relationships:
1. How to relate (Ephesians 4:32)
2. Character (Luke 2:52)
3. Values (Deut. 6:6-7)
Five things that make marriage tough:
1. Men and Women are Different
2. A worldly concept of marriage
3. Selfishness (James 4:1-2)
4. A lack of relational skills
5. Misplaced affections (Genesis 2:15)
Six secrets to a lasting marriage:
1. Communication (Proverbs 12:18)--Did you know that the average American couple spends 47 hours watching TV per week, and only 30 minutes conversing??
2. Consideration (Ephesians 4:2, 1 Peter 3:7)
3. Compromise (1 Corinthians 13:5)
4. Courtship--If there was more courting in marriage, there would be fewer marriages in court!
5. Committment (Malachi 2:16)
6. Christ (Philippians 2:2-5)
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I love this, this is so true! If you want a great bible study Fireproof then do the love dare book. Great application to your marriage!
ReplyDeleteA close friend gave me the movie "Fireproof" for my birthday and we loved it. Thanks for your kind words.
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