Christian Marriage Today
Today's marriages are on the rocks...there is need like never
before for women and men to renew their faith and look unto God
for the help to cherish and respect one another in marriage. The
Christian marriage should be full of life, hope, and peace. So
how do we reveal the Fruit of the Spirit in our marriages? I
mean, it's one thing to talk about being loving and
longsuffering toward one another...but boy is it a whole
different ball game to actually walk the talk. I have found that
seeking God daily, staying in His word, and remaining close to
Him has proven to be an awesome solution. Understanding God's
heart on a particular matter that may be bothering you and
seeing things from God's perspective may make a huge difference
in the way you respond to a situation. I have found that in my
marriage, if I respond quickly and out of an immediate response
to my emotions, I oftentimes overreact. But if I wait just a
little while longer...no matter how upset I may be...I can talk
to God about it, and then I feel better. It's only then that I
can respond in a manner that won't be upsetting to everyone in
the house! Do your best to guard the treasure of love in the
institute of marriage that our Heavenly Father has granted you.
If you are single and desiring a mate, trust the Lord to grace
you the strength and desire to wait for His perfect will, and to
serve Him and make wise choices during your wait for a husband.
Overall, marriage is a beautiful institution in which God
connected man and woman and He shows us how to abide with each
other in love and peace. Marriage should be a reflection of the
fruit of His spirit. I encourage all married couples today to
reflect on your attitudes and conceptions of marriage, and to
especially reflect on how you are treating your spouse. Are you
seeing your spouse through the eyes of Christ? Do you have a
positive purpose and mission in your marriage? Are you treating
each other as friends and companions? Remember the scripture
that says "love overlooks a multitude of sins". Are you able to
overlook each others' faults and idiosyncrancies? Guard your
hearts' in your marriage, and cherish what God has given you.
And DEFINITELY, don't let the last time you show your spouse how
much you love him or her be on Valentine's Day! Love ALL year
long. -- Demetria Zinga is the founder and owner of
www.faith-media.com, a technology and consulting firm which
specializes in web design and hosting, graphics and print
designs, internet marketing, and e-training. She is also the
founder of www.christianladies.net, an interactive ezine, blog,
and podcast for Christian women.