Radio Hostess: Lysa TerKeurst
Contributing Writer: Lysa TerKeurst and Amanda Waldroop
What kinds of expectations did you walk down the aisle with? Hi, I’m Lysa TerKeurst for Proverbs 31 Ministries. Unmet expectations can create issues for couples. Maybe we should have just written out our vows specifying word-for-word our expectations for marriage. Mine would have gone something like this: Promise that you will provide me with a house that has a white picket fence and window flower boxes. I want you to watch chick-flicks with me and get emotionally involved in the character’s lives. And promise that you will tolerate any and all rapid mood swings and demands for chocolate …you get the picture. It may sound ridiculous, but many women expect things like this, while their spouse has absolutely no clue. Then, miscommunication leads to frustration and a rift develops between them. Commit to discussing your desires regularly so that communication and trust remain strong. And don’t forget to give lots of grace. For more marriage ideas visit proverbs31.org
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Contributing Writer: Lysa TerKeurst and Amanda Waldroop
What kinds of expectations did you walk down the aisle with? Hi, I’m Lysa TerKeurst for Proverbs 31 Ministries. Unmet expectations can create issues for couples. Maybe we should have just written out our vows specifying word-for-word our expectations for marriage. Mine would have gone something like this: Promise that you will provide me with a house that has a white picket fence and window flower boxes. I want you to watch chick-flicks with me and get emotionally involved in the character’s lives. And promise that you will tolerate any and all rapid mood swings and demands for chocolate …you get the picture. It may sound ridiculous, but many women expect things like this, while their spouse has absolutely no clue. Then, miscommunication leads to frustration and a rift develops between them. Commit to discussing your desires regularly so that communication and trust remain strong. And don’t forget to give lots of grace. For more marriage ideas visit proverbs31.org
Related Resources
The Five Love Languages, by Gary Chapman
Capture His Heart, by Lysa TerKeurst
Lysa’s Blog
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