The Ministry at San Antonio (210) 650-2-i DO (2436)

Many couples ask us about pre marital counseling. Friends the divorce rate in this country is shocking! On average some 50% of first marriages, 60% of second marriages, and 70% of third or subsequent marriages fail and end in divorce. I believe the reason for such alarming rates is the absence of total commitment.

 The best insurance for a successful marriage I can offer is to ask yourselves two very important questions before you marry. First, as a couple are you commited to God? Are you living a life that honors him? As a couple live with honesty and integrity,Allow God be the third partner in your marriage. Secondly Are you committed to eachother? Do you believe the best in your spouse? Are you truly committed to working through problems when they arise? (because they will) It's easy to be committed when things are going well in your life. How you handle the difficult times has a huge impact on what your marriage will become.

Be committed to your Wife or Husband. Tell them everyday that you love them. you are proud of them. and you are supportive of them. let that person know you appreciate everything they do for you. Be committed to working together through arguments. Divorce should never be a threat. Learn the art of compromise. You cant win every argument, Learn to agree to disagree. Surprisingly, no two people are a perfect match ! success does not happen without effort. Remind yourselves what brought you to be married. Solve problems together and always believe for the best in your marriage.

A marriage like any other relationship will bear fruit of the seeds you sow. (in other words you will get out of it what you put into nurturing that relationship) If you Sow seeds of kindness and love you will receive kindness and love in return. I believe if you practice these basic principles you will have a successful and lasting marriage.