Good afternoon all...I came across this song yesterday. I'm sure you'll remember it from the movie Fireproof with Kirk Cameron. When this movie first came out, it got all America talking and The Love Dare book flew off the shelves in the stores. It resonated with people as it let the 'cat out of the bag' so to speak. So many couples were fighting with the same situation the movie depicted...fighting it in silence, not being able to share it with anyone, not knowing how to explain what the underlying problem really was. When we got married we promised to love our spouse forever, through whatever came our way...then the trials came and we began to wonder just how much we were supposed to take...maybe we should just cut our losses and get out. Surely, God would understand, we deserved better. But what about that vow we made to God? What about that promise you made to your spouse? How much do you really love your husband or wife? Are you willing to fight for them? If you're a christian then you know we don't fight against physical things but against the spiritual. The enemy would like nothing more than to destroy your marriage and your family. If your husband/wife is unsaved, don't give up. I encourage you to get on your knees and fight for them in prayer. Prayer is your most powerful weapon in defeating the enemy. Pray for their salvation and deliverance, pray for the walls to come down, pray for their heart to be softened and the anger and bitterness to leave. When God changes the heart, everything changes. It may not happen tomorrow, it may not happen for years, but don't you give up on them. Know that God is working and He will do everything in His perfect timing. And while you're waiting, keep on serving the Lord. Don't be depressed because you don't have the 'perfect' marriage. Nobody does. Marriage is always a work-in-progress and everyone is different. It's a labor of love. Faith requires an action, right? So, while your waiting and praying, treat them kindly and lovingly, even if they don't seem to care. You'll be honoring your vow, loving them even if they don't seem to love you. It's all in your attitude. Ask God to give you a love like He has for them. He'll help you get past the hurt and pain. Remember, it's not what you see on the surface, but it's the heart that matters. Be patient and know that God is working and your victory is on it's way. And what a glorious day that will be!!
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Worth Fighting For
Good afternoon all...I came across this song yesterday. I'm sure you'll remember it from the movie Fireproof with Kirk Cameron. When this movie first came out, it got all America talking and The Love Dare book flew off the shelves in the stores. It resonated with people as it let the 'cat out of the bag' so to speak. So many couples were fighting with the same situation the movie depicted...fighting it in silence, not being able to share it with anyone, not knowing how to explain what the underlying problem really was. When we got married we promised to love our spouse forever, through whatever came our way...then the trials came and we began to wonder just how much we were supposed to take...maybe we should just cut our losses and get out. Surely, God would understand, we deserved better. But what about that vow we made to God? What about that promise you made to your spouse? How much do you really love your husband or wife? Are you willing to fight for them? If you're a christian then you know we don't fight against physical things but against the spiritual. The enemy would like nothing more than to destroy your marriage and your family. If your husband/wife is unsaved, don't give up. I encourage you to get on your knees and fight for them in prayer. Prayer is your most powerful weapon in defeating the enemy. Pray for their salvation and deliverance, pray for the walls to come down, pray for their heart to be softened and the anger and bitterness to leave. When God changes the heart, everything changes. It may not happen tomorrow, it may not happen for years, but don't you give up on them. Know that God is working and He will do everything in His perfect timing. And while you're waiting, keep on serving the Lord. Don't be depressed because you don't have the 'perfect' marriage. Nobody does. Marriage is always a work-in-progress and everyone is different. It's a labor of love. Faith requires an action, right? So, while your waiting and praying, treat them kindly and lovingly, even if they don't seem to care. You'll be honoring your vow, loving them even if they don't seem to love you. It's all in your attitude. Ask God to give you a love like He has for them. He'll help you get past the hurt and pain. Remember, it's not what you see on the surface, but it's the heart that matters. Be patient and know that God is working and your victory is on it's way. And what a glorious day that will be!!
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What a nice article. I loved that movie and really tried to internalize it and start doing some of those things on my husband. We are not having the issues they were, but it is always nice to serve your spouse, and appreciate, give compliments, all the little things. Some will say I have to "endure to the end" but that isn't the case you must VALIANTLY endure!
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i also loved this testimony..i thank u for sharing..i needed the inspiration..love ya
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