What is The Number One Threat To Marriage?

I know to many people, the first thing that comes to mind when the worst enemy to marriage is mentioned is infidelity and the strange partner. But it might amaze you to know that the No. 1 threat to marriage is not infidelity. 

Yes, cheating can certainly cause divorce and make it extremely difficult to recover a healthy marriage. And, of course, it is true that women can be highly tempting, but they are merely accomplices - because the hunger for power, money, fame and success can also consume a man and wreck a marriage.

I think the No. 1 threat to marriage is ourselves.

You are a target and your mind is under constant attack. Your character and integrity are vulnerable, especially if you’re not aware of the battle going on in your life - the mental and spiritual battle aimed at puling you down.

So if my mind or ego is my No. 1 threat to my marriage, how do I fight back and protect my home?

This is what you can do: 

1.         Power Up: Protect yourself and your marriage by deciding to stick with God’s plan for your life and marriage. Seek to know His ways and follow it.

2.         Pray Up: Pray against temptations because it would come, especially if you a celebrity or in the public glare. Even in the midst of temptation, we should pray. Ask for God’s help.

3.       Partner Up: Find other people to help appraise you and keep you accountable to your vows and marital commitment. 

Marriage is not easy. It takes work, communication, courageous love and perseverance. But, if we work on ourselves as much as we work on the marriage, there will be great earthly and heavenly reward.

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