FaithNGod is offline FaithNGod Post #1  September 11,2009, 6:07am
FaithNGod's Avatar

{Expressed through Word, Authenticated through Action} LOVE

Pacesetter

Joined: Apr 2009

Posts: 399

See profile

There was a good point made. That sex seems to be the most talked about issue and some how it is more of a sin than others like being covetous, an idolater, a railer or an extortioner. These issues affect our relationships in a grand way also. The issue of debt is one of the most common issues leading to divorce these days. Many women are affected by angry men or railers who use their strength to frighten them so they can have power over them. Extortion in relationship happens from both sides. Men with hold money women withhold sex. How are we as Christians to live above these issues and evidence the love we profess toward our loved ones and toward our God?
It seems like disfunction is the new norm and functioning relationships are falling by the way side. As individuals how can we contribute to our circle of influence to encourage healthy relationships?
 
  Reply With Quote
cardguy is offline cardguy Post #2  September 11,2009, 8:39am
cardguy's Avatar

Veteran

Joined: Aug 2009

Oregon

Posts: 1,226

See profile

I think one important point you touched on is the responsibility of the community in upholding healthy marriages. All too often I fear that we leave couples floundering on their own until they're in the midst of a crisis that is spiraling out of control.

In most weddings I've attended, there is a call to those present asking if they will support and uphold the marriage. We should not take this as a mere formality, but as a commitment to stand alongside couples in their lives. In practical terms, it's really as simple as asking your friends "how are things going in your marriage these days?" or "how is your spouse doing?". I certainly believe that strong marriages do not simply pop out of nowhere. Instead they are the result of care and compassion not only between the couple, but also coming from the support of friends and family.
 
  Reply With Quote
lynnabell is offline lynnabell Post #3  September 11,2009, 1:41pm
lynnabell's Avatar

thinks bikers are hot!!!

Enthusiast

Joined: Jun 2008

Colorado Rocky Mountains

Posts: 575

See profile

I agree with cardguy. I was having a marriage issue the other night and I really wanted advice from someone but I didn't know who to talk to you about it. I wanted the opinion of someone who wasn't super close to me so it would be unbiased and I didn't really know who to go to. I think that if we all made more of an effort to reach out to others that it could make a big difference.
 
  Reply With Quote
Reply


« Single women in ministry | Christian Singles | Into... »
Topic Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search

Posting Rules
You may not post new topics
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is On
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are Off

Similar Topics
Topic Topic Starter Board Replies Last Post
Red flags or issues? Your thougths please ngawildflower "Red Flag" Central 15 November 12,2010 9:51am
Famliy issues need advice Levigirl Chit Chat 2 August 16,2009 8:07am
Atheist Issues of the Day DennisWisconsin Atheists, Humorists, and Science 90 August 4,2009 4:52pm
Eharmony issues christa1024 Using eHarmony 5 August 4,2009 8:10am

Looking for a Great Relationship?

Get started now. Fill out this form and take the questionnaire to receive your matches.

First Name:

I'm a:
seeking

Postal Code:

Country:

Email:

Confirm Email:

Password:


How did you hear about us?


Latest on our Dating Advice Discussion Boards

“ Excellent, thank you. I think I will leave out the first part, I think it is unnecessary information to give him. I'm not interested in putting myself out there like that and it might be a little ... ” –  generallyyou

Join the “Ending a friendship” discussion

“Alfred Hitchcock - 18 Steven Spielberg - 62 *notice what?” –  dmi

Join the “War of the Directors” discussion

“ I would be "certain people" :P The issue isn't a deal-breaker, but a very strong factor preference-wise, for me.” –  ThePriestess

Join the “How much does race play in your dating someone?” discussion

“Love Texas Hold'em!.. I'm thinking of trying another tournament this summer...not sure yet though.. Never entered a tournament before, outside of online ones. Personally I prefer to play with ... ” –  Freezepop

Join the “Favorite Card Game” discussion

“Make that 3! I also had a crush on Donny Osmond. I think I still have a record or two of his. Suzie ” –  legend29

Join the “Robin Gibbs Dead at 62...How Deep is Your Love?” discussion

“Oh, my revised profile can be seen in the forum in the section where you can ask for a profile review. Suzanne” –  SuzanneScorpio

Join the “Photo Review” discussion

“Just remember, everything that you are feeling and/or are capable of he is as well. If he wanted to reach you, he could. Right now he knows that you are hurting, and that this is not what you ... ” –  lynntlb78

Join the “Can I wait and move on at the same time?” discussion

“ Yohio. And the shortened form (Anya) is nice too.” –  ThePriestess

Join the “Where is Becky?!?” discussion



All times are GMT -8. The time now is 7:34am.

Discussion Boards Archive

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.4
Copyright ©2000 - 2012, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
Search Engine Friendly URLs by vBSEO 3.6.0