Let me quickly say there are three checks or approvals needed in the area of choice of life partner.
1. Self Approval
2. God Approval
3. Parental Approval
Self-Approval: As a man, you have the primary responsibility of finding your wife. “He that finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favour of the Lord.” Proverbs 18:22.
You should be able to answer the following questions:
Is this person my friend? There is nothing as good as marrying a friend
Are we mutually attracted to each other? This is important.
Do we share similar dreams and vision? Or our dreams are at cross purposes?
Do we share common faith?
God Approval: God is interested in your life and wants the best for you, so you should seek His approval about whoever you have found. God may show you your partner and He may not, depending on how you relate with him. It is however erroneous to wait on ‘Men of God’ to show you your partner. They can only guide you in your choice. How do you know God approves of your choice?
Inner peace will be present
There will be confirmations by others
Things will start falling into place
Parental Approval: This is very important and cannot be pushed aside. Parents have spiritual covering over their children and their blessings are very important. This is why we are asked to honour our parents, so that our days may be long. Exodus 20:12. If you honor them, life will honor you. You will live well and long. Honoring them even when it means breaking up a cherished relationship as in the case study will attract God’s blessing and give you a better replacement. Each time you obey God’s instruction even when it is not convenient, you will get His Blessings.
Your parents carry more weight and blessings than your spiritual parents. Anyone that encourages you to disobey your parents should be avoided, except where your parents are asking you to violate God’s instruction.
God cannot be put in a spot, He has several alternatives. You will not miss out if you obey Him. Even if you get disappointed by your choice, God can fix it, so don’t fret.
Have a great week. Cheers!
Adewumi Oni
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Thank you for this insightful article.
It made an effectual impact. May God sustain His works in you.
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