Crosswalk Couples Devotional

In your marriage have you faced a family situation where it seems like your husband or wife didn’t support you?

The next time you and your spouse hit a rough spot, take these steps to get back on track with God and each other.

Yes, in this world, we will have trials. But God is with us in those trials.

Think on the positive and turn that gripe into gratitude. You’ll be glad you did!

Here are two verses to meditate on and apply to your marriage today.

Father, let us see people who see our spouses as we see ourselves. Let us not think of ourselves as superior. Rather, let us take responsibility for our part in our marriages.

Prayer is one of the easiest things to do, and yet probably one of the most ignored disciplines in the Christian faith.

Scripture explains how forgiving is an ongoing practice.

It’s not the big things necessarily that destroy a relationship. Sometimes it’s those pesky little foxes.

Every time I read that litany of behaviors and actions, my husband became defensive and assassinated my character with all the actions that I had done in the past as well. What appeared to be one comment about dishes turned into unearthing some of our deepest hurts and betrayals.

One of the leading causes of divorce is infidelity. Couples always think it won’t happen to them—until it does.

Overcoming obstacles and defeating the enemy’s lies will only make our marriages stronger.

Let us be people who seek the wise counsel of others who can help us in our time of need. By seeking the help of counselors, we can be not only better people but also better couples.

Choosing to respond with empathy makes our marriages better.

Biblical marriage is about commitment, growth, and patience. It is not about getting what you think you deserve.