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From FOCUS ON THE FAMILY TODAY Wednesday July 16, 2008 By Dr James Dobson Remember when you promised to stay together no matter what during your wedding vows? Couples don’t promise to stay together because they think things will never change. They promise because they know things will change. And unless their commitment to the marriage is solid, those changes will likely come between them. Life is made up of a series of surprises and alterations. Nothing stays the same for very long. Jobs change, people get older, children grow up, parents die, friends leave and other friends take their place. Few people go through more than a few years without feeling drastic changes in the way their lives operate. Unless couples go into a marriage understanding that fact, they’re likely to struggle with each new change. That’s what a wedding vow is all about – it’s a promise to commit, no matter what. So, unless you plan to keep that promise, think twice before heading to the altar.

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...