Marry, With Eyes Wide Open

From FOCUS ON THE FAMILY
Today • Tuesday • June 17, 2008

By Dr Bill Maier

I’ve got a question for you. You say you’ve found your true soulmate, but how do you know for sure?

Well, you could always get married and see if it works out. That’s what a lot of couples do, which is why so many new marriages fail.

Or you could take the smart approach and evaluate your relationship through premarital counselling.

A good counsellor can help you look at the strengths and weaknesses of your relationship.

They’ll watch how you communicate, and determine your expectations in marriage. They’ll discern your values and your spiritual beliefs.

They’ll also help you evaluate important issues that you may have never thought to discuss.

For example, how many kids do you want to have? And what are your beliefs about discipline, school and other child rearing issues?

Taking a compatibility test can uncover scores of potential conflict. Don’t leave your marriage to chance. Go into marriage with your eyes wide open.