Biblical Secrets to a Healthy MarriageSample

Stubbornness in marriage creates walls, not bridges.

When we’re too proud to compromise or admit wrongdoing, we shut down the intimacy and connection within our marriage because pride makes it impossible to see our spouse's needs. At this point, the heart then hardens further each time we refuse to back down or insist on being “right.”

Pride is the enemy of harmony, creating an environment where humility has no room. The Bible tells us that pride comes before destruction (Proverbs 16:18), or in this case, the one trait that can lead to the destruction of intimacy and love within a marriage.

To protect our marriage, we must be willing to address stubbornness that can creep into our hearts. Instead of seeing compromise as a defeat, we should view it as a victory for our relationship. Acknowledging and owning up to our wrongs, no matter how minor, is a huge step toward a softer heart and a stronger marriage.

Encouragement: Practice saying “I’m sorry” and “I appreciate you” more often.

Let’s pray: Father, remove any pride or stubbornness in our hearts. Teach us to admit our faults and approach each other with humility and grace.