Ten Rules For A Happy Marriage
By woolscupiee
@woolscupiee (185)
Philippines
February 27, 2012 9:44am CST
Marriage is a lifelong commitment. The time two people entered into it, they already took an oath before God, before their parents, friends, love ones and each other that they are one and is inseparable. Life of a married person is very hard and frustrating at times. If one is not committed, the risk of separation is unavoidable. the good news is that the bible has provided rules to keep the marriage strong and acceptable to God.
The Biblical Rules for A Happy Marriage
1. Never bring up mistakes of the past.
-Stop criticizing others or it will come back to you. If you forgive others, you will be forgiven (Luke 6:37).-
2. Neglect the whole world rather than each other.
-And how do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your own soul in the process? (Mark 8:36)-
3. Never go to sleep with an argument unsettled.
-And don't sin in letting anger gain control over you. Don't let the sun go down while you are still angry Ephesians 4:26).-
4. At least once a day, try to say something complimentary to your spouse.
-Gentle words bring life and health; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit (Proverbs 15:4).-
5. Never meet without an affectionate welcome.
-Kiss me again and again, your love is sweeter than wine (Song of Solomon 1:2).-
6. "For richer or poorer" - rejoice in every moment that God has given you together.
-A bowl of soup with someone you love is better than steak with someone you hate (Proverbs 15:17).-
7. If you have a choice between making yourself or your mate look good, choose your mate.
-Do not withhold good from those who deserve it when it's in your power to help them (Proverbs 3:27).-
8. If they're breathing, your mate will eventually offend you. Learn to forgive.
-I am warning you, if another believer sins, rebuke him; then if he repents, forgive him. Even if he wrongs you seven times a day and each time turns again and asks forgiveness, forgive him (Luke 17:3,4).-
9. Don't use faith, the Bible, or God as a hammer.
-God did not send His Son into the world to condemn it, but to save it (John 3:17).-
10. Let love be your guidepost.
-Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. Love does not
6 responses
@marriedman111399 (1207)
• United States
27 Feb 12
Thanks for posting. I am having problems in my marriage and after reading this I can see that there are a few things I need to work on. I knew about them but really need to focus more on them. Marriage is very hard sometimes. My wife does not even tell me she loves me and is always putting me down. We argue alot and I know that has got to stop. I will try these steps and see how it goes
@Jpoepping (9)
• United States
24 Apr 12
Great post. I am recently divorced. I wish I had done ALL of these things in the past 25 Years, But I believe God is a God of second chances. If I ever get married again I will print this out and follow it. Thanks for posting it.
@galileo2008 (1170)
• Philippines
10 Mar 12
Wow, this is really something that I need to know so when I get married, I already know how to combat the power of jealousy, insecurities, and hatred. Honestly, I am very much afraid of getting married because in our country, divorce is not legal, and it frightens me that the person whom I will marry is not really the person who I think he is, and there's nothing I can do but to endure the pain that I will feel...you know what I mean. But with these passages, I now understand that in marriage, I must learn how to sacrifice and to be humble and not to let pride get in the way.
@maezee (41988)
• United States
27 Feb 12
I am not a religious person, but I find these things to be very true. NOt that I am married, that's not what I'm saying - but if I were married, this list would be my "ten commandments for marraige". Hopefully my husband would agree with me on that one. 
@WakeUpKitty (8694)
• Netherlands
2 Mar 12
I am not religious but do find your ten rules interesting although the bible will give us plenty of other rules which you can use as well (and then a complete other picture is made of how to get/keep a happy marriage.). What I do miss is the care about oneself! What I like most is rule number: 9 Don't use faith, the Bible or god as a hammer... something I hear christians/religion people (mostly men) always do (which is abusive). Also I do believe that rule no. 10 should be rule number 1!
And it also should could for men as well!
@lovelysofie (294)
• Indonesia
28 Feb 12
Waw i like ur post.Thanks for your posting.For sure i have many problem with my mariage,i want always happy in my marriage.So i will try what u post.Thank u soo much,I hope u enjoy ur day.......
