Couples' New Year Wisdom

Conquering the First Frontier: Starting the Year as a Christian Couple

A brand new year gleams like a freshly-minted coin, possibilities dancing in its silver sheen. For Christian couples, it’s not just a calendar change, it’s a fresh canvas to paint a masterpiece of love, faith, and, yes, even a dash of holy hilarity. So, grab your finest spiritual paintbrushes and let’s tackle this joint venture called “Starting the Year as One.”

 

Firstly, ditch the “resolution blues.” Forget those gym memberships you’ll inevitably abandon by February. Instead, vow to flex your spiritual muscles together. Join a Bible study, not as competitors, but as co-pilots navigating the celestial map. Discuss sermons over Sunday brunch, turning theological nuggets into playful banter (“Honey, did the pastor say ‘agape’ or ‘appetizer’?”). Be each other’s accountability partners, gently reminding each other that prayer shouldn’t be a dusty corner of your phone.

 

Speaking of phones, let’s address the elephant in the digital room. Technology, a blessing and a curse, can be a marital minefield. So, establish boundaries. Carve out “phone-free zones” where conversation reigns supreme, be it over candlelit dinners or cozy board game nights. Remember, your spouse is more fascinating than any Instagram reel, their eyes hold more depth than any TikTok challenge.

 

Now, let’s talk goals. Ditch the generic “be more patient” and dream big. Plan a mission trip together, volunteer at a local shelter, or embark on a pilgrimage to a place of spiritual significance. Share your aspirations with God, not as a shopping list, but as an open invitation for His divine orchestra to play its masterpiece in your lives.

 

Remember, humour is the stainless steel coating of any good marriage. Laugh at yourselves, at life’s inevitable mishaps, and even at the occasional theological debate that gets a little heated (“Honey, I’m pretty sure Noah didn’t pack two unicorns on the ark!”). Laughter is a bridge, not a wall, and it can carry you through the toughest storms.

 

Finally, nurture your individual flames within the shared bonfire of your marriage. Pursue your passions, support each other’s dreams, and celebrate each other’s victories. Remember, a strong marriage isn’t about two halves merging into one bland cookie; it’s about two whole cookies dancing a delicious duet.

 

So, dear Christian couple, as you embark on this fresh year, remember, you’re not just two ships in the night. You’re a fleet, sailing hand-in-hand towards a shared horizon, guided by the stars of faith, fuelled by the laughter of love, and ready to conquer whatever waves may come. And don’t forget to pack your sense of humour – it’s the life jacket that keeps you afloat when things get a little choppy.

 

Happy New Year, fellow voyagers! May your love story be the most epic saga of 2024. Now, go forth and paint your masterpiece, one prayer, one laugh, one shared dream at a time.