Taking the next step can be difficult. We tend to get into a rut so easily, and we miss the opportunity. Taking The Next Step is a weekly reminder to take action. Be deliberate about your manhood, and you relationships with your wife and kids. What do you need to do to become more of the man, the husband, the father that you were created to be?
Here is this week’s edition of Take The Next Step!
Take The Next Step!
This weekend at our church, we wrap up a series through Ephesians 5, where Paul talks about marriage, and gives some excellent teaching about what that is supposed to look like. We have called it Marriage Matters, because we have looked at several different aspects, or matters, of marriage. And, well, because marriage matters! It’s really vital to have clear biblical understanding of this subject.
While marriage is an important subject for us to understand, the practical application of it in our lives is where this really comes into play. And, even though we may think the opposite, it’s really the little things that make the biggest difference. Sure, you can do big things in your marriage, and they are important. But the little things, done day to day, build up over time, and they make the biggest impact on your relationship.
That’s part of the reason this weekly post is called Take The Next Step. What’s the next thing that you need to do, in your marriage, with your kids, as a man who is striving to pattern his life after God’s plan? What thing can you do today to show your wife just how serious you take your marriage, how much you love her, and how committed you are to her?
It could be just a simple rose. Maybe a brief text message telling you how much you love her. It might be a period of listening to her talk about her day. It could be dinner, or taking the kids for a while while she relaxes. Maybe it’s just spending some time in the backyard with a frisbee, or a campfire and marshmallows. It could be anything!
Whatever it is, make it happen!
You got this, men!
From Around The Web
The Secret To A Meaningful Life Is Meaningful Relationships – I discovered the Gottman Institute during my research for our marriage sermon series. And so far, I am impressed with much of the material they post about marriage and relationships. Here’s one of that I found particularly interesting.
When It Comes To Relationships, The Little Things Count – This article comes from Psychology Today, and shows just how critical the small things are to building relationships.
Staying Connected To Your Spouse With Littles In The House – Sometimes staying connected can be difficult, especially when there are small kids in the mix. My wife and I have seven kids, four of which are 8, 6, 4, and 2 years old. It’s absolutely critical that we stay connected, but can be incredibly difficult at times. Here are some great suggestions on how to accomplish that connection.
Parting Quote
When I have learnt to love God better than my earthly dearest, I shall love my earthly dearest better than I do now. – C. S. Lewis
Be Deliberate, Men!