Rules for a Happy Marriage

“So husbands ought also to love their own wives as their own bodies. He who loves his own wife loves himself; for no one ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, just as Christ also does the church...” Eph. 5:28-29

“Nevertheless let each individual among you also love his own wife even as himself; and let the wife see to it that she respect her husband.” Eph. 5:33

1. Don’t be a Dictator! The medieval concept of a monarch is in the home is of heathen origin.

2. Don’t be a Mote-Picker! If you constantly find fault with each other, marital harmony will be impossible.

3. Don’t be a Battle-Starter! Arguing and shouting at your partner is an earmark or immaturity. Marriage is for adults only.

4. Don’t be a Self-Seeker! Don’t claim everything in the home is yours. If you can’t share with your partner, whom can you trust?

5. Don’t be a Talebearer! Never reveal your partner’s faults to friends. If tempted to tell, remember it would be immoral betrayal.

6. Don’t be a Lodger! Don’t live with your in-laws. It’s not fair to them or yourselves. If you can only afford one room, make that your home!

7. Don’t be an Iceberg! Don’t stop courting after the honeymoon.

8. Don’t be an Autocrat! Don’t always demand your own way. Be considerate of your partner’s intelligence. Two are better than one.

9. Don’t be an Abdicator! Never shirk your responsibility as a husband, wife, or parent. Abdicators are usually selfish cowards and runaways!

10. Don’t be a Manikin! Be manly or womanly. Don’t be lacking backbone. Take care of your family and home interests.

Thought - Education can make you smart, but only God makes you good.

From: Meridian Baptist, Knoxville, TN