12 Secrets of Successful Families - WHY IT MATTERS

When confronted with problems, spouses without commitment are more likely to conclude,  "We just weren't made for each other' and look for ways to get out of the marriage.

"Many people go into marriage knowing that they have a 'fallback plan'-divorce.  When people enter marriage already thinking about the possibility of divorce, their commitment is lacking right from the start." -Jean.

WHAT YOU CAN DO

TEST YOURSELF 

 When in the middle of a dispute . . .

* DO you find yourself regretting that you married your spouse?

* Do you daydream about being with someone else?

* Do you think such things as "I'm leaving you" or "I'm going to find someone who appreciates me"? 

DISCUSS WITH YOUR SPOUSE

* Has the level of commitment in our marriage decreased? If so, why?

* What steps can we take now to strengthen our commitment? 

TIPS

* Write an occasional love note to your spouse

* Show your commitment by displaying photos of your spouse on your desk at work

* Phone  your spouse each day while you are at work or apart

BIBLE PRINCIPLE:  "What God has yoked together, let no man put apart." - MATTHEW 19:6.

Next time: 12 Secrets of Successful Families - 2. Teamwork 

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