When we get married it is important to realize that we marriage is a chance for each of us to improve in caring and loving for others. Marriage is about love; it is also about sacrifice and working together. Marriages may go through difficult times when you wonder why you got married to each other or you may face difficult times as a married couple, such as watching a child struggling with an illness. Your response to these situations will change the outcome of your marriage relationship and will allow you the chance to grow spiritually as well.
When we get married it is important to realize that we make our spouse our first priority. As we form our own family we should put the needs of our spouse, and later our children before that of other friends or family. Of course there may be times when we need to help and support family and friends, but our marriage relationship should be one of the primary focuses throughout our lives.
Second we should remember our own weaknesses when we begin to dwell on the weaknesses of a spouse. There may be times when your spouse has wronged you and it may be difficult to begin to do this. By focusing on your weaknesses you can see areas that you can work to improve. Think about the way you communicate with each other. Think of little thoughtful ways that you can show you care for your spouse.
You can also look for the good qualities of your spouse when you begin to have negative feelings towards him. It is too easy to stop courting each other. This can lead to a lack of romance in your relationship. It can also prevent you from working together to reach the gospel goals you may set for your relationship. A celestial marriage should look far into the future, and you should create a relationship that you will want to continue into the eternities.
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