In the book of genesis chapters one to three,we were given account of how
God created the heavens,earth,luminary bodies,the different kinds of plants
animals,birds,fish in the waters and all other creatures.Lastly He made mankind
in His own image and likeness(genesis1:26-27).
To speak in plain terms,His total personality was involved in the creation of mankind
because He wants to be adequately represented on earth.
The acknowledgment of the Lord is the bedrock for success in marriages
for God delights and accepts our godliness as human beings due to our likeness with Him.
The perception of spouses as created in the image and likeness of God should therefore
stimulate a deep sense of love, affection,concern,admiration and respect for each other.
Knowing the fact that God created husband and wife in His image,it is expected that He
wants every marital home to be shadowed by an atmosphere of friendliness,mutual sharing
of physical and spiritual lives together and procreation of children.(genesis2:18,22).
God placed the most essential value on mankind more than even His angels.Therefore every
husband and wife must know that his wife or husband is dearer to GOD than any other
creature in heaven and earth,since He so valued mankind to the point of shedding His
blood for redemption of mankind.
No matter the level of your stratification in the society,always place an intrinsic value
in your spouse.
Every couple needs to recognize the fact that marriage is instituted and ordained by God,it
is not man made but a divine institution that needs Godly principles to administer it.
It is imperative for couples to fully understand these divine principles God has placed for
every marital home to be successful.
By Spencer Williams
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