The Three R’s of a Great Marriage

[513 words] June is definitely the month for weddings, and this past June I presided over two weddings and attended another one. Weddings are stressful, but exciting times. It’s very moving to witness the joining of the lives of a man and a woman in holy matrimony. It brings to mind thoughts of optimism and hope for the future. As far as my advice to newlyweds goes, I usually offer three “R’s” to a sound, successful, and spectacular marriage. Romance. Love is a key element to keeping a marriage vibrant. It is because of love that a marriage should take place, and it is love that keeps the heart of a healthy marriage beating soundly (Song of Sol. 2:4-5; 4:1ff; 8:6-7; 1 Cor. 7:5). Relationship. When a marriage takes place, the two become one flesh and they begin a holy, permanent relationship with one another, and with God (Matt. 19:4-6)….