I met a man who had been married for 66 years. "Amazing. 66 years!" I said. "What's the secret to such a long, happy marriage?"
-"Well," he replied, "It's like this. The man makes all the big decisions... and the woman just makes the little decisions."
-"Really?" I responded. "Does that really work?"
-"Oh, yes," he said proudly. "66 years, and so far, not one big
decision!"
Thursday, August 17, 2006
the secret to marriage....
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I know this post is meant to be humerous, and it is, but I would like to share some truths God has shown me just in the last couple of years that have really helped my marriage tremendously.
First, that manipulation (pouting, sulking, whining, nagging, sarcasm, etc) should have no place in a healthy Christian relationship. I try to speak the truth in love always, and to let God be in control of the outcome.
Second, understanding that I am responsible for my own feelings and actions. My husband, my children, and the other people in my life do not have the power or authority to make me feel frustrated, angry, hurt, bitter, resentful, etc, unless I choose to give them that power.
Third, that most men crave unconditional respect just as much as most women crave unconditional love. Learning how to treat my husband with respect 95% of the time (and reaching for 100%), no matter what he's done or said, or what choices he's made, etc., has been incredibly rewarding.
After almost 10 years, our marriage is stronger and more fulfilling today than ever before, and I am more content in my marriage than I ever imagined possible. I praise God with my whole heart for His grace and truth in our lives drawing us ever closer to Himself and to each other.
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