Marital restoration is a unique, yet complex process that requires effort, patience, and a deep level of commitment to your spouse and God, to effectively restore your relationship. Scripture can be a helpful guide in this process. Here are some steps that can help you achieve marital restoration through scriptures:
- Recognize the importance of forgiveness: Forgiveness is a central theme in scripture, and it is critical to restoring a broken relationship. Ephesians 4:32 says, “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” Forgiveness does not mean forgetting what has happened, but it does mean letting go of resentment and bitterness and choosing to love your spouse despite their flaws.
- Seek reconciliation: Reconciliation is another key aspect of marital restoration. Matthew 5:23-24 says, “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First, go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift.” Reconciliation involves taking responsibility for your part in the relationship and working to restore trust and intimacy.
- Prioritize communication: Communication is essential in any relationship, and it is especially critical in the process of marital restoration. Proverbs 18:21 says, “The tongue has the power of life and death.” Speak life into your relationship by choosing words that build up and encourage your spouse. Listen actively and seek to understand from their perspectiv.
- Practice patience: Restoring a relationship takes time, and it requires patience. Ecclesiastes 7:8 says, “The end of a matter is better than its beginning, and patience is better than pride.” Be patient with yourself and your spouse as you work through the issues that led to the breakdown of your relationship.
- Seek wise counsel: Proverbs 15:22 says, “Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers, they succeed.” Seek wise counsel from a trusted pastor, counselor, or mentor who can offer guidance and support as you work through the process of marital restoration.
Remember that achieving marital restoration through scriptures is a journey, not a destination. It requires a daily commitment to living out biblical principles in your relationship and seeking the help and guidance of God and others along the way.
In His Servivce,
Carolyn