power of...partnership!

​There is SO much power in our relationships.  Next to God, you are the  most powerful force on earth in your spouse's life.  Have you ever thought about how much power we really have over and with each other?  The words we use, the faces we make, the intimacy we share, the way we wake up and lie down, all heavily influence the other person.

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There is power in your relationship.  The power of commitment!  Everything successful comes from commitment.  Everything that is worth anything in life requires commitment.  Your commitment to each other is a force in our world. It shares the message that as a couple, you can make a difference and you value each other.

THE POWER OF TWO
Are you and your partner different?  Don't fight it, embrace it!  Together you make a whole.  Together you are complete and effective.  Together you compensate for each other's weaknesses.  God can use differences and struggles to make us better people and better partnerships.

THE POWER OF ENCOURAGEMENT
The greatest gift you can give your partner is encouragement!  Be on the same team.  Believe in each other.  Talk about your future, not where you're at.  Make time to dream together.  Encourage one another with your words, actions, time and deeds.

​THE POWER OF FORGIVENESS
Remember that forgiveness is not for the person you are forgiving, but for you. "Cut it Out & Move On!"  Physically act like you are cutting a piece of paper, pretend to wad it up and then throw it over your shoulder.  Leave it right there!  Sometimes, we even need to forgive ourselves.  

There is power in your relationship.  But, always remember God's power is beyond comprehension.  Give glory and honor to Him in all you do. Accept the power you have with one another and accept the responsibility that comes with it. Use it gently and gracefully.

1) Have we ever thought about how much power we share?
2) How do we encourage one another?
3) Is there something or someone we need to forgive?  ​

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