The Session: 8 Simple Steps to a Lifelong Marriage

The Session: 8 Simple Steps to a Lifelong Marriage Genesis 2:24 “That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.”Housekeeping: How to become a Friend of the Session, book release update     ·  Build and maintain a solid foundation in ChristA recent Harvard study shows that attending worship weekly reduces the likelihood of divorce by 57%     ·  Spend Regular Time in PrayerResearch by David Stoops found couples who pray together have less than 1 percent chance of divorce.     ·  Speak Highly of Each OtherMake a regular habit of saying positive things about each other. Also avoid negative comments about each other.     ·  Enjoy Regular Time Together Spending time together causes a natural byproduct of closeness     ·  Forge an Unrelenting Commitment to Each OtherFrom day one, realize that divorce is not an option. A Christian marriage is a covenant between a husband, a wife, and God.     ·  Keep strong boundariesKeeping marriage intact often means needing to protect it from outside influences. This means both spouses avoid situations where integrity could be compromised.     ·  Humbly Serve Each OtherEmploy the “others first mentality!”     ·  Own your struggles and get helpGo before the Lord asking Him for help. Help to be what He has called you to. A devotional podcast for parents on the go! Encouragement, Scripture, & prayer in just 7 minutes. Join the journey!To reach Tom Russell, please call 419-709-8447, email Tom at [email protected], or visit his website at https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com