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Welcome to our blog in this new year 2009. It's for sure by grace alone that God enabled us to sail through 2008 and here we are in the AY Year of Shining(Witnessing).
It is my belief that as we sailed through the tough and challenging times of 2008 we'll be empowered the more by God's providence to soar even higher heights through this year. We welcome your comments and contribution to help us use this tool better to reach our fellows who can bounce on it.
May God keep you and bless you as we go out to evangelize by whatever means available.
Have a blessed week
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Thursday, November 13, 2008
How do I know when I have found the person that God wants me to marry?
Choosing a life partner is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. You will want to think carefully and pray about it. It’s also a good thing to listen and talk with family and other people you trust who have experience and understanding.
As your relationship deepens with the person you think might be “the one,” there are some important questions you should ask yourself:
Does this person share my commitment to Jesus Christ and the values that I hold?
Do we have a shared vision for the future?
Do we have a strong friendship that can grow across a lifetime?
Does this person treat me and others with love and respect?
Do our families and others who know us well support this relationship?
Do we have the skills we need to communicate, to deal with differences, to resolve problems so the needs of both are met, and to handle anger when it arises?
Are we committed to supporting one another and growing together in our marriage?
If you can answer “yes” to all these questions, this is a relationship that is worth pursuing.
As you approach marriage, you will want to talk to your pastor or a counselor about premarital preparation. The church recommends 10-12 hours of premarital guidance, six to eight months prior to the wedding. This time together will provide an experience of dialogue and skill-building that can start your marriage off on a journey that will last a lifetime. (Excerpt from www.letstalk.adventist.org Q&A on Relationships by Pr. Jan Paulsen)
As your relationship deepens with the person you think might be “the one,” there are some important questions you should ask yourself:
Does this person share my commitment to Jesus Christ and the values that I hold?
Do we have a shared vision for the future?
Do we have a strong friendship that can grow across a lifetime?
Does this person treat me and others with love and respect?
Do our families and others who know us well support this relationship?
Do we have the skills we need to communicate, to deal with differences, to resolve problems so the needs of both are met, and to handle anger when it arises?
Are we committed to supporting one another and growing together in our marriage?
If you can answer “yes” to all these questions, this is a relationship that is worth pursuing.
As you approach marriage, you will want to talk to your pastor or a counselor about premarital preparation. The church recommends 10-12 hours of premarital guidance, six to eight months prior to the wedding. This time together will provide an experience of dialogue and skill-building that can start your marriage off on a journey that will last a lifetime. (Excerpt from www.letstalk.adventist.org Q&A on Relationships by Pr. Jan Paulsen)
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