In the tapestry of human relationships, marriage stands as a sacred bond that transcends the mundane and reflects a deeper, spiritual connection. Rooted in the teachings of Christianity, the institution of marriage is regarded as a divine gift that carries profound meaning and purpose. The Christian perspective on marriage goes beyond the union of two individuals; it encompasses a journey of love, faith, and partnership ordained by God. This unique interpretation infuses marriage with a sense of purpose, highlighting its potential to be a source of spiritual growth, mutual support, and a testament to God’s love for His people.
At the heart of the Christian marriage lies a commitment to emulate the love and sacrifice exemplified by Jesus Christ. This commitment extends beyond romantic affections, emphasizing a selfless dedication to nurturing a lifelong partnership that mirrors the unconditional love of God. In this episode of The His and Her Money Show, we are joined by Aaron and Jennifer Smith, marriage ministers, to talk bout their book: The Marriage Gift.
Aaron and Jennifer Smith share their story of how they got into educating others about happy marriages, how people can break the shame of asking for help in an unhappy marriage, the results of seeking help and guidance in our marriages, and the power of prayers in marriages. They also talk about how we can strive to become better at praying as a unit in marriages, some of the family prayer rhythms we can adapt, and tips to keep the stamina during the times when you feel you are doing the spiritual work of two people. Tune in to learn more!
What You Will Learn:
- How you can evaluate your current situation in the marriage
- How Aaron and Jennifer got into educating others about happy marriages
- Breaking the shame of asking for help in an unhappy marriage
- The results of seeking help and guidance in our marriages
- The power of prayers in our marriages
- How we can strive to become better at praying as a unit in our marriages
- Some of the family prayer rhythms that we can adapt
- Ways in which prayers deepen intimacy within marriages
- Tips to keep stamina during the times when you feel you are doing the spiritual work of two people
- How prioritizing prayers in your marriage can impact your parenting and entrepreneurship journeys
- Incorporating a prayer routine into your kids
- What you will find in the pages of the book: The Marriage Gift
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Connect with Aaron and Jennifer Smith:
- Website: https://marriageaftergod.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marriageaftergod/
- Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/marriagesaftergod?_rdc=1&_rdr
