Work Together As One

I think everyone has had those moments in life, especially in marriage, when a situation overwhelms us and we get upset to a point of anger that leads us away from God. We think about how it would be much better if we were in control of who or what is involved and allow ourselves to believe that we can actually fix it by ourselves. It’s like the old saying goes, “if you want it done right, you have to do it yourself,” and as true as they may seem at times, it’s absolutely NOT the way God intended it to be.

James 1:2-7 tells us “Consider it a pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. But when he asks, he must believe and not doubt because he who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. that man should not think he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double minded man, unstable in all he does.”

What’s your idea of a “perfect” marriage? Before you answer this question, take a snap shot of your life as it stands right now. Look at all the variables that play a role in life as you know it on a day to day basis, such as your spouse, children, money, your relationship with God, outside influences that include friends and family. All of these can potentially cause problems in a marriage if you and your spouse haven’t created a plan of action that keeps you unified in your Godly roles as husband and wife, and set up barriers that protect your family. Romans 16:17-18 says “I urge you, brothers. to watch out for those who cause divisions ans put obstacles in our way that we are contrary to teaching you have learned. Keep away from them.”

God’s design for marriage should be our standard, but we have to break bad habits that we’ve picked up over the years, and get back to the basics like Ephesians 5:22-33 tells us. When a husband and wife obey their God-given duties, it is only then, you will begin to experience that idea of a “perfect” marriage. Pray for each other and for God to help you “love” the way God loves us. Ephesians 4:32 says “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as Christ God forgave you.”

We are called to glorify God in all that we do (1 Corinthians 10:31); God has given us the tools we need to live in harmony with our spouse, and when you commit to making the necessary changes in how you live, God’s blessings will begin pouring down.

~Nick~

Other Great Verses to check out:
1 Peter 3:1-16
1 Peter 4
1 Corinthians 13:4-7
Colossians 3
2 Timothy 2:14-26