Wisdom of the Ages…..
This coming Sunday, George and June Robertson, two of our amazing “Senior Saints” will be celebrating their 63rd Anniversary. How awesome is that!
June put some thoughts together around keys to a successful marriage, and we wanted to share the wisdom that George and June have gathered with you all….
June says….
It is our 63rd Wedding Anniversary. The present generation is marrying later, so they may not get to 63.
In thankfulness for arriving at 63 years I thought I would put down on paper some relevant points to enjoy a marriage, whether it be long or not.
1. RESPECT – Don’t try to change each other – only God can do that
2. ACCEPT THE DIFFERENCES – Each person is unique! My husband loves rugby league – I dislike it intensely.
3. PERSONAL SPACE – Give each other space to do their own things
4. FEELINGS – If you feel grumpy don’t take it out on your nearest (and dearest). i.e. No temper outbursts. However if you slip occasionally be quick to say “Sorry”
5. TALKING - Talk to each other lots and be ready to offer sympathy, advice or just love. If there is no talk, things will get hidden. Please listen to each other without condemnation.
Our marriage improved immensely when we were born again into God’s Kingdom.
Some Scriptures......
“Love is patient, love is kind, love is not rude, love is not easily angered. Love keeps no record of wrongs. Love rejoices with the truth. Love protects, trusts, hopes and perseveres.” 1 Corinthians 13. KEEP LOVE IN THE MARRIAGE
“Do not let the sun go down on your anger” (George’s Favourite). He never did. If we had words, he would always try to resolve it, even though I might still be cranky.
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other as Christ forgave you” Eph 4:26 & 32
“Be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, man’s anger does not bring about a righteous life” James 1:19 This is hard. When anyone gets angry with me it takes away my peace. We are to pursue peace, and I can say it is definitely worth pursuing.
So I hope that this has helped someone. There is no such thing as a perfect marriage, but with God at the centre life can be very enjoyable.
One more thing – practice peaceful thinking. Our thoughts are important – no toxic thoughts – banish them at once!
Some Scriptures on peaceful thinking :
Psalm 94 says God knows the thoughts of man
Psalm 139 – God thinks about me all the time
Prov 23:7 – As a man thinks, so he is.
To George and June - Congratulations from your CCCLiVE.TV family on your 63rd Wedding Anniversary! Thank you for the example you are living of God's love and love for one another.
Thank you, June. Your love and continuing interest in others keeps you young. And we love George and his humour. Thanks for being a consistent example .xxx