I came across this quote recently, and it sent a shiver through my spirit.
Consider the truth of that statement, and take a moment to let it sink in. You married a creation of God. You married a piece of God's divinity and love. A piece of his very plan and purpose.
When you move through your relationship, keeping that fact in mind, isn't it amazing what can happen? You'll look at your beloved differently. You'll treat him or her with greater reverence, greater respect, greater love.
And do you know what else? Do you want to know the 'kicker'?
So will your spouse.
Maybe you've messed up. Maybe he/she has messed up. Perhaps there's some resulting 'clean-up' work to be done in your marriage. Don't let errors become a roadblock. We're all going to fall short. Reclamation is going to have to happen on both sides of a marriage at one point or another.
Mistakes aren't the end. Ever........
So go forward, in love, from a point of determined redemption and forgiveness. It may take several attempts. You may only make baby steps forward, or you may feel like you're not making any progress at all.
Keep at it. Find the blessing. Mistakes, sins, pain--don't let that be the end of your story. Remember Who (God) and what (love) brought you together in the first place. Focus on goodness and remember the reverence of being in relationship with a child of God. Persevere. Pray, pray, pray. God will meet you there. That's His promise.
Until next time ~
Marianne
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This perspective on relationships really knocked me out. Love it so much. I pray it will be a blessing!
ReplyDeleteThis was a blessing. Today while at church celebrating communion I was hit by a similar idea about my hubby, He is who God gave me. So humbling to think that God knew who I would fit well with. I can honestly say I love my hubby more every day, only because of the grace and love of my savior.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you stopped by! I love the way God moves His hand through circumstances and ties us to His truth! Great comments about the joy and commitment of marriage. Stop by again soon!
DeleteLovely, Marianne. I actually have a very blessed relationship, it's the other nut-cases in the extended family that bring me down. Sigh.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the encouragement on the post, Tanya! xo Yes, the situaitons we "marry into" can provide a whole new set of issues to deal with - but, with eyes on the prize and each other (like you have with your awesome hubby!) you'll be blessed. Hugs to you!
DeleteThis post is a blessing Marianne. Too many marriages (Including marriages in our churches) end up on the rocks. Why do we give up so easily? We are all sinners, not one of us is perfect. What gives us the right to think we are? What gives us the right to treat each other the way we do sometimes. I suffer from migraines and bouts of dizziness. I can really be grouchy on days that I don't feel well. My loving husband knows when he can pick on me and when he can't. I speak up and gently tell him that I'm not feeling well, please don't pick on me today. He isn't a mind reader and so I need to let him know. Showing each other love and kindness will reap so many, many more rewards than putting a spouse down and showing disrespect. I love my husband...am I always a loving wife? No, but then those words he longs to hear comes out of my mouth, I'm sorry and all is well again. My husband is the same way. If he has hurt me he will apologize right away. We took a marriage vow before God and we plan to keep it!
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Judy
Judy, what an amazing and heart-touching post. Thank you for sharing your heart. I'm glad you found today's reflection to be a blessing - but you've been a blessing as well. Saying "I'm sorry," being understanding and kind, and moving forward - together - makes all the difference, doesn't it? Blessings to you!!
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