A good life is about walking every day with God

by Tina Y. Gerber - McCurley

A good life is not having everything you want. Many people don't have this peace and abundant life which God plans for us. Life is good because God is good.

Stop chasing happiness, success, fame or comfort and start finding joy in the one who never changes. Every giant in the Bible was defeated by someone who believes God is bigger. God never forgets a heart which prays, even in silence. ‘Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.’ 1 Peter 5:7. Even with the things I have done wrong in my life, God still loves me. He shows his love for his people consistently even though we don't deserve it. His word reassures us of his unbroken love.

God created us in His own image to have an abundant life. You can have lasting peace when you have a relationship with Jesus. Deepen your relationship with God and learn His plan for you. Feelings do and can change in any relationship, but when you walk with God, it takes faith and commitment.

Things are fine, but at times you've stopped reaching each other. It may not be a conflict, but sometimes it looks like a distance which feels safer than the risk of going deeper. Relationships are built on connection, but even the strongest bond can face challenges. Marriage comes with boring days, messy days, fun adventures, arguments, misunderstandings, and there may be times when you choose not to talk to one another.

Walking with God as a married couple means centring your relationship on Christ. It is important you intentionally nurture your spiritual lives, but also continue to pray and read Scripture together, while remembering to extend grace to one another. This will help you weather the storm. Make it a priority to communicate and actively listen to each other with humility.

A healthy spiritual marriage starts with healthy individuals. A Christ-centred relationship requires a strong commitment and mutual accountability. It is important to have a daily walk with God so that you can bring a whole, peace-filled heart to your spouse.