Traffic Signs And Your Marriage - Part 2Sample

Curve

Curve signs warn us. We do not see them with every curve on the highway, but when we do, they tell us that there are some serious curves ahead. We need this information to help us prepare for what lies ahead. Curves are not disasters, they are just part of the highway system. If we are aware, we can make it past them without a problem. If we were not aware, they could definitely cause us serious issues.

Marriage is also full of curves. The curves are normal things every marriage encounters. You will have financial issues. You will have times that you do not feel emotional love for your spouse. You will not always agree on everything. You will have to work on communication and your sex life and resolving conflict.

These are all curves and being aware that everyone encounters them can help you prepare. Today’s verses from Luke 21 warn us to, “be on your guard,” and, “stay alert,” Your awareness can allow you to embrace these curves and work through them together. That is what keeps curves from becoming disasters. The good news is that well-navigated curves help build awesome marriages.

Is your marriage on a curve today? If it is, don’t give up. Take heed of Colossians 3, which says, “let us not grow tired of doing what is good, for we will reap at the proper time if we do not give up.” Continue sowing good into your marriage.

Will you let God navigate you through it? He wants to do that for you, so ask Him to join you today.

Today’s Challenge:

1. What are the curves you have experienced in your marriage thus far?

2. What curve is your marriage navigating today?

3. What helps you to navigate these curves in your marriage as a couple?

Going Deeper:

Too often I see couples ignore the curve signs until they are at the brink of disaster. Remember that God always has an answer for every curve. Develop the habit of going to Him immediately as your marriage enters a curve.