Genesis 2:24 contains a succinct and profound description of marriage. The verse includes three essential actions that make an authentic marriage: A man will leave his father and mother; Be united to his wife; and They will become one flesh. In his book I Married You, Walter Trobisch defines marriage as: The Wedding: The public and legal act that announces to the world the formation of a new family unit; Faithfulness: The loving commitment to be faithful companions growing in … [Read more...]
How To Avoid Getting a Lemon
How do people end up choosing an unhealthy person to date or marry? In my experience as a counselor, it is skipping over the time in a relationship when objectivity is at its highest. Let’s consider an example to illustrate this idea. Sally, 24 years old and a recent college graduate, needs to find transportation quickly so she can get to work every day. She looks around and takes a car for a test drive. She likes the color, feels comfortable sitting in the car, the car looks to be in good … [Read more...]
Sexual Abuse’s Impact on Marriage
Sexual abuse can affect a marriage is so many ways: emotionally, spiritually and sexually. Sexual abuse is traumatic not only for the survivor but also for the survivor's spouse if he/she doesn't understand the impact of sexual abuse. Restoring sexual functioning in marriage is a significant part of the healing process. Having a healthy sex life after being sexually abused can happen. Separating the abuser from someone who loves you is a part of healing. Un-training yourself from what your … [Read more...]