Marriage is a reflection of the individual's relationship with God, leading to greater unity.
Creating a warm, gracious, and kind home atmosphere is essential for fostering a healthy family.
Deep dives
Marriage as a Normal and Challenging Journey
Marriage is a normal and challenging journey, even for those in Christian ministry. The Kruegers emphasize that, as normal, selfish, and sinful people, they face the same difficulties as anyone else. They highlight the importance of not having false expectations and of nurturing a relationship that goes beyond ministry roles. They also value the blessing of serving Christ together, having a common vision, and pursuing Him in their marriage.
Characteristics of a Loving Home
The panelists discuss what a loving home looks like. They emphasize the importance of authenticity, being oneself, and using one's home to serve the community and others. They also stress the significance of listening to each other and respecting one another's emotions and feelings. They believe that warmth and showing genuine interest in one another are essential in creating a loving home.
Building a Healthy and Cohesive Family
The Kruegers share their experience of raising children who genuinely enjoy spending time together. They note that the cohesion and enjoyment of being together is a sign of a healthy family. They attribute this to creating a home atmosphere that is warm, gracious, and kind, upholding biblical standards while being patient and gracious in their parenting approach. They also emphasize the importance of fostering a love for learning and engaging in activities as a family.
Marriage Advice and Growth
The panelists offer advice and insights for a successful and growing marriage. They encourage humility, transparency, and vulnerability, admitting to struggles and challenges. They emphasize the need for growth, repentance, and the sanctification that comes from being married and challenged by one another. They also highlight the importance of celebrating and delighting in each other, maintaining warmth and positive interactions, and placing Christ as the focus of their marriage.
During a panel discussion led by Collin Hansen at TGCW22, Jackie Hill Perry, Preston Perry, Melissa Kruger, and Michael Kruger discuss what it looks like to have healthy, godly marriages. Both couples emphasize the need for respect, listening, authenticity, and confession. The panel also talks about the importance of focusing on the positive aspects of your spouse and being for your spouse in every situation, never trying simply to win an argument.
Hansen asks questions like “How do you protect your marriage?” and “What does it mean to honor your spouse’s family?” The couples talk about the importance of pursuing healthy friendships, having fun together, and praying for one another daily. They say marriage is a reflection of the individual's relationship with God and that as you both look to Christ together, more unity in marriage inevitably follows.
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