![]() | Husbands, Relationship Builder, WivesSecret for Wives #3Posted Monday, November 17th, 2008 and visited 842 times, 1 so far today by MamaArcher |
This is meant to be a time of sharing my secrets. Can I share with you what I believe is one of the most destructive forces in a marriage? It is the sin of selfishness! The secret of a successful marriage is selflessness and serving. If you are trying to get something out of your marriage for yourself, you will never be satisfied. It doesn’t work that way. Forget about yourself and think of all the ways you can serve and satisfy your husband. This will bring you joy and freedom. This will release your husband to love you. Even Jesus, the Son of God, did not come to be served but to serve. He was our example. Read Philippians 2:6-8.
Stamp on all the works of the flesh that poke their way up in your life – your self-pitying, self-centered, self-gratifying, self-serving, self-pleasing, self-opinionated self! They destroy the marriage.
Marriage seminars are good. Marriage counseling is good. But they are not the total answer. I know couples that have been to loads of marriage seminars and still have problems in their marriage. All you need to do is forget about self, start serving and your problems will disappear!
Make your home a refuge where your husband can find peace and harmony from the strife of the workplace. Daily prepare a nutritious and appetizing meal for him. There is nothing more soothing than coming home to find the table set nicely, the meal ready with delicious smells floating from the kitchen, a peaceful atmosphere, and everyone ready to sit down to the evening meal.
~Nancy Campbell~
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November 17th, 2008 at 12:56 pm
I missed the first two posts on this topic but I’ll be sure to read them. I couldn’t agree with you more. One thing I’ve found to help keep my marriage strong is mutual respect and communication, which I believe go along with what you’re saying. Thanks for sharing!
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February 22nd, 2009 at 10:50 pm
Just read the first 3 secrets… it is a reminder t me of my calling as a wife. I just found out my husband watching porn and i am so hurt I could hit him… and give him divorce papers, but i am trying to let His Word penetrate my wounded heart. Thank you Nancy…
February 23rd, 2009 at 12:57 pm
Rachel- I am so sorry to hear about this trial in your marraige. It is a difficult one and one that has a long road of recovery. BUT God can heal your marraige! I pray that this is the case for you. I am glad that this message from Nancy has touched you and encouraged you. You can find more encouragement from her at aboverubies.org
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