Marriage Discovery INT'L

26/10/2025

22/10/2025

ATTITUDE THAT TAKES MARRIAGE TO THE DESIRED ALTITUDE - Jecil Onyirionwu Eziako

Every marriage can become great, peaceful, and full of joy — but it does not happen by chance.
Just like an airplane rises higher depending on its attitude (the position it takes in the air), a marriage also rises or falls because of the attitude of the husband and wife.

Your attitude means how you think, talk, and behave toward your partner.
Good attitudes lift a marriage higher, while bad attitudes bring it down.

The Bible says in Philippians 2:5,

“Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus.”

This means that couples should think and act like Christ — with love, patience, and humility.

1. The Attitude of Honor

Honor means showing respect and value to your husband or wife.
When you honor your spouse, you treat them kindly, you speak to them politely, and you never look down on them.

When respect disappears from a marriage, peace begins to die. But when couples honor each other, love grows stronger.

“Give respect to whom respect is due.” – Romans 13:7

“Respect is one of the clearest ways to show love.” – Miguel Ruiz

When you respect your partner, your marriage will keep rising.

2. The Attitude of Gratitude

Gratitude means always saying thank you — even for small things.
Many marriages lose happiness because one or both partners forget to appreciate each other.

When you thank your spouse for their efforts, you make them feel seen, valued, and encouraged to do more.
“In everything, give thanks.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18

“A thankful heart brings joy to the home.”

A grateful husband or wife creates a peaceful home.

3. The Attitude of Cooperation

Marriage is not a competition; it is teamwork.
A good couple works together — they plan together, share ideas, and help each other.

When you cooperate, you stop blaming each other and start solving problems together.

“Two are better than one, because they get a better reward for their labour.” – Ecclesiastes 4:9

“Working together brings success.” – Henry Ford

Marriage grows stronger when both partners work as one team.

4. The Attitude of Forgiveness

No one is perfect. Your partner will offend you sometimes.
If you keep anger or refuse to forgive, your heart becomes bitter, and peace disappears from your home.

Forgiveness means letting go of the hurt and choosing peace over pride.
It helps both of you heal and move forward.

“Forgive one another, just as God forgave you.” – Ephesians 4:32

“A happy marriage is made by two people who forgive easily.” – Ruth Bell Graham

Don’t let old wounds destroy your new joy.

5. The Attitude of Growth and Learning

Marriage is a journey of learning.
You must keep improving yourself — in patience, communication, and understanding.

Learn from books, seminars, and other godly couples. Pray together and grow together.

“Teach a wise person, and he will become wiser.” – Proverbs 9:9

“Marriage is a school where learning never ends.”

The more you grow, the stronger your marriage becomes.

6. The Attitude of Positive Communication

Words are powerful. The way you talk to your spouse can build love or destroy it.
Shouting, insulting, or harsh words create pain.
But gentle, kind, and loving words bring healing and joy.

“A gentle answer turns away anger, but a harsh word makes it worse.” – Proverbs 15:1

“The right words can heal a hurting heart.”

Speak softly and wisely — your tone can lift your home.

7. The Attitude of Faith in God

No marriage is perfect. There will be challenges — financial, emotional, or spiritual.
But when both husband and wife trust God, they find strength to overcome every storm.

Pray together, believe together, and never lose faith that God can fix what is broken.

“We walk by faith, not by sight.” – 2 Corinthians 5:7

“When God is at the center of your marriage, storms become stepping stones.”

Faith in God keeps your marriage from falling apart.

Conclusion
Marriage rises or falls because of attitude.
When couples choose to be respectful, thankful, cooperative, forgiving, growing, gentle in words, and faithful to God — their marriage will surely reach a higher and happier level.

Remember this truth:
“Your marriage will rise to the level of your attitude.”

So, every day, check your attitude — because good attitudes bring peace, love, and progress to every marriage.

15/10/2025

AN ANCIENT CURRENCY CALLED RELATIONSHIP
By Jecil Onyirionwu Eziako

In every generation, people have chased after different kinds of wealth — gold, silver, paper money, and even digital coins. But long before money existed, there was something far more valuable and lasting.

That treasure is called Relationship.

Relationship — The First and Oldest Form of Wealth

Before there were businesses, governments, or religions, there was relationship.
In the beginning, God said, “Let us make man in our image.” (Genesis 1:26)
That shows that even God values connection — He didn’t work alone.

When God created Adam, He didn’t just give him land and animals. He gave him fellowship — a relationship with Himself and later with Eve.

From the start, every successful life has been built on relationships.
Money may lose its value, but true connection never loses worth.

Relationship in Business and Career

In the world of business, money can open doors, but relationships keep those doors open.
Most people rise in life not only because of what they know, but because of who they know and how they treat people.

Joseph’s promotion in Egypt came through his relationship with Pharaoh (Genesis 41:38–41).
Daniel found favor with kings because of his honesty and good attitude.

In today’s world, we say:

“Your network is your net worth.” — Porter Gale

Good relationships are like a currency that never runs out of value — they bring trust, help, and opportunities even when money cannot.

Relationship in Family and Marriage

Homes are not built on walls and furniture but on love and togetherness.
A happy marriage or family doesn’t depend only on money — it depends on the quality of the relationship.

Many couples today live together but are emotionally far apart. They share a house but not a heart.

The Bible says, “Two are better than one... if one falls, the other will lift him up.” (Ecclesiastes 4:9–10)

When families lack this ancient currency called relationship, homes break down, children go astray, and love grows cold.

Relationship with God — The Key to Spiritual Growth

Even God does not force closeness; He invites us.

“Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.” (James 4:8)

Being a Christian is not just about following church rules — it is about having a personal relationship with God.

Adam lost peace in the garden because he broke his fellowship with God, not just because he ate a fruit.
Throughout the Bible, every revival started with men and women who loved God deeply and walked closely with Him.

In prayer, we talk with God.
In worship, we feel His presence.
In obedience, we show our love.

“Christianity is not a religion of regulations but a relationship of revelation.” — Unknown

Relationship and Emotional Health
People with good relationships live longer, stay happier, and recover faster from pain or sickness.
Being alone all the time can weaken you, but staying connected gives strength and hope.

When the prophet Elijah felt alone, he became discouraged and wanted to die. But God sent people to remind him of his purpose (1 Kings 19:10–18).

Broken relationships bring pain, but healthy connections bring joy and comfort.
So, don’t just save money — invest in people. Give love, forgive easily, encourage others, and spend time with them.

Relationship — The Bridge to Destiny

Every great person you read about in the Bible or history succeeded because of connections.
Moses needed Aaron.
Ruth needed Naomi.
David needed Jonathan.
Even Jesus needed His disciples.

When God wants to bless you, He brings people into your life. When the devil wants to hurt you, he also sends people.
That is why you must choose your relationships wisely.

“The wrong friendship can delay you for years, but the right one can move you forward quickly.”

The Bible says,
“He that walks with wise men shall be wise, but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.” (Proverbs 13:20)

Relationship — Heaven’s Lasting Treasure

Even in heaven, relationships will still matter.
Jesus didn’t die for property or buildings — He died to restore the relationship between God and man (2 Corinthians 5:18–19).

Love is the language of heaven, and love cannot exist without relationship.
When everything in this world fades away, what will remain are the people you helped, loved, and forgave.

“You can’t take your cars to heaven, but you can take souls you’ve touched.”

How to Use This Ancient Currency Well

1. Spend time with people — not just on things.

2. Be honest and humble in all your relationships.

3. Add value wherever you go; make others better, not bitter.

4. Avoid toxic relationships that steal your peace and purpose.

5. Keep your relationship with God alive — it is the root of all other relationships.

Every generation finds new ways to chase wealth, but history keeps showing that real wealth is people.

The ancient currency called relationship never loses its value. It brings peace, trust, joy, help, and eternal reward.

So, spend it wisely.
Sow it intentionally.
Protect it carefully.
And watch it grow beyond money, time, and life itself.

09/10/2025

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