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Your Question:
How do I keep my marriage strong when we're struggling financially?
Answer:
My friend, I can relate to the struggles you're facing with your marriage and finances. As a pastor, I've seen many couples face similar challenges, and I've learned that it's not just about managing money, but about how we approach our relationship with God and with each other. When we recognize that all we have comes from God, we can avoid the pitfalls of financial irresponsibility and instead seek to make Him Lord over our finances. Prayer is a powerful tool in this area. My wife, Susan, and I have committed our finances to God, asking Him to be in charge of them and use them for His purposes. We pray for wisdom to handle money wisely, to plan for the future, and to find a balance between spending and being miserly. We also pray for restoration and guidance when we've not been wise with our finances. By doing so, we've learned to live free of burdensome debt and to trust God with our financial situation. It's also essential to remember that our marriage is a source of joy and life, not a drudgery or a burden. We pray that God will make our marriage a source of joy and life to both of us, and not a source of stress and anxiety. By seeking God's guidance and protection, we can navigate the challenges of financial struggles and come out stronger on the other side. As 1 Corinthians 10:12 says, "So if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall!"
Sources:
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
sacred marriage
gary thomas
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
depression
edward welch
meaning of marriage
timothy keller
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