1. Be Willing – instead of pointing finger at your spouse, take responsibility for the attitudes and behaviours you can change in your own life. Let down your defences and listen attentively to each other. Honestly admit your mistakes. Apologize and ask your spouse for forgiveness. The words, I’m sorry for.” Can turn the tide on a stormy relationship.
2. Be Hopeful – Believe that your marriage can be saved. Unite together to work on your relationship. Agree to pray together for one or two minutes each day for the next 30 days; asking God to help you save your marriage. Remember, the greatest source of true hope is found in an open Bible.
3. Be Resourceful – Confide in a trusted friend, mentor, or wise pastor who can help. It isn’t necessary to broadcast your troubles to everyone, but telling one or two people who will encourage your reconciliation is vital. Seek the advice of a mature couple who’ve been through the fire and come out stronger.
4. Be Patient – The troubles in your marriage didn’t just happen overnight. Therefore, it’s going to take some time and effort to get your marriage back on the right track. Honour the process of restoring your relationship. Don’t rush to take action against your spouse by starting legal proceedings that will divide you. Instead, patiently pursue reconciliation.
5. Be Faithful – Sometimes when a relationship is unsatisfying, it’s tempting to seek pleasure elsewhere. No matter how these things might feel, the arms of another person, spending large sums of money, drinking excessively, or indulging in pornography will not bring you lasting satisfaction. Make a conscious decision to remain faithful to God, your spouse, and your family. Spend your life wisely by coping with your difficulties in healthy ways.
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