In our marriage relationship—and really in any endeavor—we all fall short. In fact, the Bible proclaims that “for all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God” (Romans, 3:23, King James Version). Understanding this reality is important to approaching a conflict with humility. Realizing that we have erred greatly against God, yet He chooses to forgive and extend mercy is a lofty example of how we should be doing the same. Because of this reality, we should be doing the same. Even more, there is a parable in the Word of God that discusses a king who forgave his servant of an insurmountable debt. The scriptures note that the king was originally going to sell the servant’s family to pay it off, but because this servant begged for mercy,
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In this oft-quoted verse, we find God giving us a promise that He will heal our land if we follow through with these instructions. Moreover, aside from this great model, we also know that love is a great enactor of change, so long as it is firmly rooted in truth—unabated by the continuous assailing of the adiamorphic belief …show more content…
Chapman (2014) expressed that when we engage in confession, we “have done the greatest thing you can do for your mate” (p. 27). I believe that when we confess our sins, we are in a humble state where God can work on our behalf. In my experience, it is only when we remain stubborn and full of pride that our efforts grind to a halt.
2. Confession and forgiveness p. 26-27
As can be seen, marriage relationships and the ensuing family systems, are designed by God with covenantal implications for the creation of future generations. These realities need to be evaluated and carefully maintained in order to flow as God intended—becoming fruitful in all its endeavors. Espousing to find the right mate, striving for increased productivity in marriage and family environments and disseminating the influence and effects of the post-modern culture on values and absolute truths are existential to moving towards fruitful growth in marriage and family
In this oft-quoted verse, we find God giving us a promise that He will heal our land if we follow through with these instructions. Moreover, aside from this great model, we also know that love is a great enactor of change, so long as it is firmly rooted in truth—unabated by the continuous assailing of the adiamorphic belief …show more content…
Chapman (2014) expressed that when we engage in confession, we “have done the greatest thing you can do for your mate” (p. 27). I believe that when we confess our sins, we are in a humble state where God can work on our behalf. In my experience, it is only when we remain stubborn and full of pride that our efforts grind to a halt.
2. Confession and forgiveness p. 26-27
As can be seen, marriage relationships and the ensuing family systems, are designed by God with covenantal implications for the creation of future generations. These realities need to be evaluated and carefully maintained in order to flow as God intended—becoming fruitful in all its endeavors. Espousing to find the right mate, striving for increased productivity in marriage and family environments and disseminating the influence and effects of the post-modern culture on values and absolute truths are existential to moving towards fruitful growth in marriage and family