how can i still be a good partner when i'm struggling to make ends meet?

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As a pastor and a husband, I've learned that being a good partner when struggling to make ends meet requires a deep sense of internal fullness that frees me to be generous with Susan, even when I'm not getting the satisfaction I want out of the relationship. This "love economics" is rooted in a continual refilling of our souls with the glory and love of the Lord. Without it, submission to each other's interests becomes virtually impossible without becoming resentful.

In our marriage, we've learned to view meeting each other's demands as part of our own spiritual formation. Instead of saying "why should I," we ask ourselves, "how can I serve Susan better?" This mindset has helped us to see that giving to each other is not just a duty, but an opportunity to grow in the grace of giving. We pray that God might use our efforts to root out our selfishness and teach us to become more gentle, forgiving, gracious, and kind.

As a Christian, I believe that our happiness is not determined by what's around us, but by how we deal with what's around us. When we're struggling to make ends meet, it's easy to become resentful and focus on our own needs. But by choosing to serve each other and seek God's guidance, we can find a sense of fulfillment that goes beyond our circumstances. This is not always easy, but it's a choice we make every day, and one that has brought us closer to God and to each other.

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