MARRIAGE MYTHS (PART 1)
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"May...God...give you a spirit of unity." Romans 15:5
Many couples struggling with "curable" issues, have bought into 4 common marriage myths.
1. If I try, I can change my partner. Give it up! If you think following the "right" plan, struggling harder and refusing to give up will change them, think again. The Bible says, "Do not think you are better than you are" Romans 12:3. The truth is, you can only work on yourself. Once you change your steps in the marriage dance, your mate will begin to adjust theirs. Plus, by identifying and working on your own shortcomings you will gain credibility with your mate, and create an environment that is conducive to change. Now, here are some things you can do:
Many couples struggling with "curable" issues, have bought into 4 common marriage myths.
1. If I try, I can change my partner. Give it up! If you think following the "right" plan, struggling harder and refusing to give up will change them, think again. The Bible says, "Do not think you are better than you are" Romans 12:3. The truth is, you can only work on yourself. Once you change your steps in the marriage dance, your mate will begin to adjust theirs. Plus, by identifying and working on your own shortcomings you will gain credibility with your mate, and create an environment that is conducive to change. Now, here are some things you can do:
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