Seeking Godly Counsel? Embrace It or Reject It!

Mornings with the Monticues

Good morning, everyone! Join us for another devotional where we reflect on the importance of Godly advice in our marriages. Sometimes, it's challenging to discern whether to take or leave advice, just like the Israelites had to make choices in their journey. We explore how our marriages can reflect God's unwavering love for His people and share personal experiences of facing challenges and attacks, which only reinforce our commitment to love each other sacrificially. Let's strive to be examples of God's love in our marriages and relationships.

Today’s Bible Verses:

Full Devotional: Deuteronomy 7:1-11

Main Verse: “The Lord did not set his affection on you and chose you because you were more numerous than the other peoples, for you were the fewest of all the peoples. But it was because the Lord loved you and kept the oath he swore to your ancestors.” (Deuteronomy 7:7-8)

Today’s Questions: 1. How does marriage between a man and a woman illustrate the relationship between God and His people?

2. What are some ways that our marriage reflects God's attitude toward his people? What are some ways that our commitment doesn't reflect this?

3. How will we personally commit to love each other in a way that reflects God's love for his people?

TIMESTAMPS:

01:30 - Reading and Discussion of Bible Verses

02:00 - Discussion on God's Promises

02:30 - Advice on Marriage

03:01 - Sharing Personal Experiences

04:54 - Discussion on God's Relationship with His People

05:23 - Marriage as the Bride of Christ

06:48 - Striving to Reflect God's Love

07:48 - Acknowledging Imperfections

08:15 - Overcoming Challenges Together

09:10 - Addressing Attacks and Staying Strong

09:37 - Continuing the Mission Together

10:07 - Focusing on God's Love in Marriage

10:36 - Emphasizing the Value of Marriage

11:05 - Fighting for Your Marriage

12:35 - Prioritizing Family and Children

13:06 - Facing Spiritual Attacks and Seeking God

14:32 - Marriage as a Mission

15:02 - Demonstrating God's Love Everywhere

15:28 - Showing Mercy and Grace

17:43 - Emphasizing That It's Not a Competition

18:11 - Living as a Family for God's Purpose

22:05 - Closing Prayer

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