Giving in Marriage

Do you find yourself feeling frustrated in your marriage?

Often as the honeymoon fades and real life sets in, little frustrations can add up to big problems. As the years pass by, a pattern of irritation grows.

Much of the resentment in marriage, I believe, comes from selfishness. Instead of asking, ‘What can I give to my marriage?’ the wife (or husband) says, ‘What am I getting from this marriage?’

Ususally, at least in the beginning, arguments stem from simple misunderstandings. If allowed, these misunderstandigs can hurt the marriage. Ask yourself, ‘Is this really worth the hurt?’

Wives who are in marriages where the husband is not a believer, or simply irritates her to no end, should focus less on what he is doing wrong and focus more on the intents of her own heart. It is nearly impossible to change a husband - only God can do that. But it is possible to change yourself. By changing your own heart and attitude, you may well allow the Holy Spirit to work in his heart.

So, today and every day from here on out, ask yourself daily, ‘What can I give to my marriage, my husband so that we will live in peace, harmony, and happiness?’