Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. (Romans 12:10 NIV) The Seed of Value is the commitment to seeing each other as God’s special creations made uniquely in God’s image. We must sow the Seed of Value to meet the need for mutual respect. We sow that seed when we…
So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath;” (James 1:19 NKJV) “If one gives an answer before he hears, it is his folly and shame.” (Prov. 18:13 ESV) The Seed of Listening is the commitment to giving full attention to understanding the emotions, words, and…
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. “Blessed are the pure in…
You will be tempted to see yourself, your spouse, and your marriage through the eyes of failure and hopelessness; but if the past is your prism, it’s also your prison. Instead, constantly reaffirm God’s perspective. Put your faith in his support and perspective again and again. Keep seeing yourself, your spouse, and your marriage as…
In summary, say these powerful, transformational truths to yourself as often as you need to: “I believe that God loves me, my spouse, and our marriage.” “God is pulling for both of us to succeed. He is actively working with us to help us.” “I am a new creation in Christ. My spouse is…
Apply the laws of faith to your marriage: see what you desire and expect it to take shape (slowly or quickly) according to God’s promise. Apply Jesus’ teaching on faith: “And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God. For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou…
“If God be for us, who can be against us.” (Romans 8:31, NIV) Put faith in God’s support. Pray and believe that you are now receiving all that you need to either resurrect your marriage or to keep it going in the right direction—no matter how difficult the road might have become.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is…
“But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.” (Heb 11:6 KJV) “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm…
These are the 7 Seeds that meet our most basic needs: They are the FAITH of LOVERS. Faith Listening Ownership Value Expectation Redemption Service We have arranged them to form the term The “FAITH OF LOVERS” because these commitments define the words and actions that make for happy and lasting marriages