Looking for Married Bliss
Divorce rates are still high but they have reached a plateau. Will they go up or will they go down? Like everything else it depends on the choices people make.
Today’s Wall Street Journal carries an article in their work and family section with some helpful conclusions from a stack of studies. Here are some generally helpful steps to take to increase the chances for a happy marriage.
1. Take life’s big steps in mindful order. (Something like, “love, marriage and then sex”.)
2. Be wary of casual cohabitation. (The Bible has lots to say about this)
3. Find a supportive workplace. (Positive reinforcement helps)
4. Act quickly when troubles arise. (Don’t assume you can always work it out on your own).
I like the concluding advice from a cab driver, “At the end of the day you have to take time to enjoy one another”.
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Darris McNeely
Darris McNeely is a retired elder in the United Church of God. He and his wife, Debbie, have served in the ministry for more than 53 years. They have two sons, who are both married, and four grandchildren. Darris continues teaching at Ambassador Bible Center and is a member of the Council of Elders. Darris and Debbie continue to travel and keep up with the many friends and relationships around the world.
