If you choose to get married, the person you choose will be the greatest influencing factor in your life. Marriage is far deeper than romantic feelings and passion. It is a partnership for life. It is two people becoming one flesh. It is a symbol of Christ's love for His church. Choose wisely or choose not to marry.
Pastor Chris' Paraphrase of Proverbs 31:10-12
10-12 A really good wife is a truly rare treasure. She’s worth more than diamonds. Her husband trusts her with his whole heart and she blesses his life. She helps and never hurts him all the days of her life.
Everyone puts a lot of pressure on you to get married and they have all these oversimplified sentiments about marriage that have very little to do with the reality of married life. Don't fall for the world's folly. A wise person knows marriage is not required (Jesus never married). It is perfectly normal and acceptable and often best to remain single and celibate. If you choose to marry, choose a godly spouse who shares your core values and compliments you well. Love your spouse like Jesus loves you. They are the single most important thing in your life--more important than your kids, your job, your friends, your family, your hobbies, your possessions, or anything else. A really good wife (or husband) is a truly rare treasure.
Prayer
"Loving God, you know everything about me and my spouse. Help us to love each other the way You love us so we can help each other become all that You want us to be. Amen."
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