Our first marriage preparation assignment was to list our expectations for the marriage. We were then to share them with each other and respond one of three ways to the other’s expectation. The response choices were: 1. Sure no problem, 2. I’m willing to work on that and 3. No way!
As “extremely mature” 20 and 21 year olds at the time you can imagine our lists would be good material for the late night comedy circuit. While the exercise was good, our marriage prep wasn’t that great. Thankfully, God allows us to revisit and deepen our marriage every time we help other couples prepare for marriage.
Too often we have expectations that are simply not realistic… like I can lose weight AND eat my favorite donuts regularly. Or closer to home… We will be the greatest married couple in the history of history right out of the gate. Marriage is challenging on its own. Ministry brings additional layers to the mix.
Continue reading A Realistic Ministry MarriageHardship and sacrifice are part of following Jesus in a fallen world. The right question is not who is to blame when hardship comes but whether we will follow Jesus when they come.
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