Opportunities in Marriage

Opportunities in Marriage;

Spiritual growth
-- difficult circumstances provide motivation for growth; points out need for it!
-- Example to spouse, encourages them to grow, too.
-- Provides chances to practice trusting God, obedience
-- Points out spiritual truth every day. Not about me. God-centered relationship needed

Service
-- Serve spouse
-- Practice sacrificial giving, humility
-- Considering others better than yourself
-- Learn to take responsibility

Disciple making
-- Practice discipling (spouse, children) before trying it out on other people
-- Opportunity to live every day with someone else’s spiritual interest in mind

Support, Barnabus
-- Sounding board
-- Accountability
-- Sharing lessons
-- Serve together; not alone

Help in time of need
-- Shares your burden
-- Face challenges/trials together
-- Someone who prays for you knowledgeably