Marriage is such an interesting topic to me. So many people have views and opinions on it, even those who haven't experienced it yet. People can talk for days, weeks, or dedicate their careers to studying the construct of a man and a woman becoming one. Personally, I enjoy how talked about marriage is and I think it's important. Class on Monday was very intriguing to me, being able to hear about the marriage of two people I respect as well as two people I didn't know.
Our talk on Ephesians 5 was great, it was a topic I really wanted to learn about and am glad we got to cover it. I again am perplexed how the dominant translation in our culture is no what was originally intended, but the only way to change that is to do what I can to help people find the true meaning of the text.
Stephanie and Rusty's marriage is one that I trust and respect. Sure, they are not perfect, but I don't think there is such a thing, which makes marriage so great (speaking as if I know, which I don't, I'm not married). Through their sharing though, I could sense the true love and true respect they had for each other. They knew each others strengths and weaknesses, yet they didn't condemn their weaknesses but instead uplifted, honored, learned from and enjoyed each others strengths while keeping in mind the weaknesses. Neither seemed dominant in the household, but instead they were in sink with each other, truly becoming one.
Marriage is something that I can't wait to be a part of. I'm not trying to rush it and have all the patience in the world, but I do think God has instilled a certain passion to be married and I can't wait to carry that passion out. In the mean time, I'll sit back and learn from others experiences!
You're not the only one who can't wait.
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