Matthew 6:33 (NKJV) 33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
We use this verse frequently because it conveys a critical message that applies to every aspect of our lives; put God first.
Regardless of what part of our lives we look at, we will always benefit and grow as a believer if we take the time and make the effort to put God first.
One of the areas that this is especially important is in our marriages.
God has ordained the institution of marriage. He created it.
And the foundation of this is the joining of a man and a woman together for life.
The concept of two unique individuals being joined together, and sharing the rest of their lives together, is challenging in and of itself.
Habits and routines of two people must somehow be merged without those two people losing their individuality.
This can be a challenge of epic proportions for many couples.
But as Jesus said, with man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible!
The most important thing we can do is to keep our individual walk with God strong and, as a couple, put God at the center of our marriage.
This single, yet critically important thing, will place our marriage union on the best possible foundation.
When we do this, so many other aspects of our marriage will be strong. And as we build our marriage based on this foundation, it will require much less effort than if we were trying to do it by our own strength and understanding.
Why?
Because God will give us understanding that we would not otherwise have. It is the Holy Spirit within us who helps us better understand our spouse and make sound choices even in things that we may not understand in the natural.
Will we still face obstacles in our relationship, or difficult seasons in our lives? Yes. This is just a fact of life itself.
Jesus told us in John 16:33 that while we are in this world we will have tribulations. But He taught that we should be of good cheer because He has overcome the world.
So, we encourage you to put God at the center of your life, and especially in your marriage. And watch Him change your heart, and help you build a strong, lasting marriage relationship!
Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie
Seven Seas Ministries
49 N Lamplighters Walk
Hampstead, NC 28443
401-439-3780
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