One rare spot to see engagements is on television shows. But, interestingly, the man in the below proposal video was encouraged by others to finalize the deal. But, beware men... if your woman is not into large crowds, this is not the way to propose. But, in any case, watch and smile. … [Read more...]
The Little Changes of Marriage
It has been said that big changes are easier to make than little changes. I have found this to be true in many situations. Moving to a different area is less difficult (in the long run) than committing to a dietary change or giving up television for some time. Before getting married, it's important to consider a lot of the "little" changes that will take place. One little change will be in grocery shopping. You may be used to getting the exact same fifteen items every time you go to the store; however, you may be marrying someone who loves variety, who may not enjoy the food you enjoy, or … [Read more...]
When is The Best Time to Have Children?
A reader, from Modesto, California asks: “We’re preparing for marriage, but when is the best time to have children?” I believe that God intended for both a father and mother to nurture and raise their children unto the admonition and teaching of the Lord. Since one God-ordained purpose of marriage is procreation, the couple should, at minimum, be ready to take on the responsibility of raising children at the time they get married. If they are not ready to accept that responsibility, the couple should delay marriage until they are ready to take care of children (aspects of readiness are … [Read more...]
Comforts of Home
Marriage is one of the biggest adjustments to anyone’s life. It may seem like a fairy tale beforehand, but after becoming man and wife, there are a number of things that will take some time getting used to them. Sharing a bed may sound like a dream come true at this point, but when it comes time to actually sleep, you may find that getting used to having someone in bed with you may be considerably out of your comfort zone. Depending on how long you've been single, it may feel overwhelming at first to have to consider the other's needs in all of your decisions. If you are used to spending … [Read more...]
How to Create a Vision Statement for Your Life
When you get up in the morning, do you ever stop and ask yourself, "Why am I getting up today?" It is easy to fall into a routine that is seldom questioned. We have to eat, so we go to work, but do we think more deeply about it? "What am I getting up to accomplish this morning? What will I do today that will move me closer towards the vision I have for my life? I get the sense that many of us do not take the time to pray, ponder and write down a vision statement for our lives. Many Christians are familiar with the verse from Proverbs that reads, "Where there is no vision, the people perish" … [Read more...]
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