“Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves” (Philippians 2:3).
“Selfish ambition or vain conceit are mortal enemies of unity and harmony in the church,” one Bible commentator writes. The same applies to a marriage. There is no room in any relationship for pride and conceit. There needs to be a self-sacrificing humility and love for others.
We’ve all heard this phrase in some form, “Marriage is a 50/50 proposition.” Yes, there must be give and take. However, a couple must each give 100 per cent to make the marriage successful.
We must be equally diligent with our relationship with God. It cannot be God doing all the giving and we do all the taking.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Continue to keep in contact and pray for retiring home and international missionaries. They need your support during this transition as much as or more now than ever.
