I haven't posted here in a while because I've been simplifying my life. I made my personal facebook (fb) page more about "very close friends & family" and cleaned the ever-expanding email closet. It amazes me how little things like that can clutter our thoughts and mind...creating an overwhelming feeling of having too much stuff to tend to and do.
Okay, back to what happened to me this morning. While on fb, I came across a page where a Dr. of Psychiatry was asking for our advice on different situations. There was a man that had an issue with smoking marijuana and aggressive anger issues. He has two children and a wife that he is about to lose if he doesn't change. I felt so compelled to share my heart with him. I don't know him...but I felt the Holy Spirit leading me to share my thoughts. Please lift him up in prayer...his name is Ian.
Now, why I'm I telling you...because what I shared with him will encourage you...because it is not from me but from God.
"A happy marriage and family begins with a solid foundation and relationship with Jesus Christ. Then the best thing any parent can do for their children is to love each other more than others/hobbies or things of this world !"
Steps for a Happy Marriage & Happy Family:
1. Let God lead your family. Read the Bible, God's actual words and pray often!
2. Admire your spouse, love them and pay special attention to them.
3. Be godly examples for your children ... when you make a mistake...make it right.
Here are some excellent resources to encourage you...there are so many out there, so I'm just sharing a few.
1. Watch "Fireproof" together. Buy the book, "The Love Dare"
2. Watch "Courageous" together...awesome movie...especially for dads.
3. Read, "The Five Love Languages" ~ find out what your needs really are and what your gifts are.
4. Marriage Today ~ website about marriage.
Happy New Year and may God bless each one of your marriages and families!
:) Jennifer
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GREAT steps Jenn, I couldn't agree more. I look up to you and Brady and how you guys have raised your kids. You have been and still are a huge inspiration for me and my family and future family of God!
ReplyDeleteI think people are looking for a quick fix to life; including marriage. I agree; it takes Christ as the center of your marriage and individual lives to make it work. Anything worth having takes work; our relationship with Christ, our spouse, and our children. Thanks for bringing up this subject, Jen. We all need to invest more in the things that matter.
ReplyDeleteGood stuff! I would also encourage everyone to see The Grace Card.! Very inspirational on forgiveness and giving it to the Lord. Brigitte
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ReplyDeleteSo true! :)
ReplyDeleteAshlee, you are too sweet. We give God the glory for anything good in our lives.
ReplyDeleteMiranda, I love that statement, "Anything worth having takes work". That's exactly what it takes to make great marriages and happy families isn't it?
Brigitte, I have yet to see that! I'm Netflix-ing that asap. Thanks for sharing...I've been wanting to see it. :)
Anonymous,...lol...that is so funny. Thanks for making me chuckle a bit. Just for the record, it took me a while to figure it out too. It is asking for your website link if you have one. :) Because I'm a teacher...I couldn't help but share the definition...lol...Abbreviation:
Uniform (or universal) resource locator, the address of a World Wide Web page.
Hi Stephania, thx for reading my post. Hugs ~ Jenn
Jenn - We are really proud of your ability to communicate encouraging remarks which help all of us to have a better marriage. God bless you and the "Brady Bunch" with a Healthy, Happy & Prosperous New Year 2012...!! Love you, Dad & Mom (Jim & Etta)
ReplyDeleteI have the best teachers, you know!! God has blessed me far beyond what I deserve with wonderful parents and a great family. Thank you for those sweet comments, Mom & Dad...love you dearly and appreciate your encouragement as I find little moments to encourage others. Hugs ~ Jenn
ReplyDeleteHi Jennifer I have not been to my own blog in a long time. But I decided to start it back up and when I was browsing old comments I came across yours. YOu said you found my blog trying to find info on how to make an onion poultice. After reading through some of your posts I can see you were right we do have alot in common. I am going to read through some more of your stuff. Hope to hear back from you! Hugs Brenda
ReplyDeleteHi Brenda! Yes, I do remember you! Looking forward to reconnecting! Glad you are blogging again...I'll stop by. Hugs back ~ Jennifer
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