Covenant Court! - What's a man's biggest fear in a relationship?

Here is another poll for the ladies and gentlemen about the gents out there. Lets know what you think

What's a man's biggest fear in a relationship?

Poll
A. Not being truly loved
B. Fear of commitment, settling down (monogamy)

C. Fear of intimacy (not sex), closeness, attachment (of not being in control)
D. Being broke
E.None of the above.

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Have a New Husband by Friday...by Kevin Leman

Have a new husband by Friday? Is that even possible? Women who feel they need a Rosetta Stone to interpret their husbands' behavior no longer have to be frustrated. Psychologist and media personality Leman channels his years of professional counseling experience into easy-to-follow, common sense advice for wives. While never placing blame on women for their husbands' poor behavior, the author does believe that wives can encourage their husbands to be better partners by altering some of their expectations.Leman reminds any wife that if what she's doing to get better behavior out of her husband isn't working now, it never will. So it's time for a change. That means it's time to change her own patterns of behavior. Leman, is a Christian and you will get that sense as you read the book. Here's how Leman suggests she handle it day to day:

Monday: Secrets Revealed: Cracking the Male Code
Yes, you're different species, but you can work together in harmony.

Tuesday: Creatures from Another Planet . . . or Creatures of Habit?
To understand men, you have to track 'em to their den.

Does the will of God in Marriage Harken to Genotype Confirmation?

*Kelvin and Sarah have been in a relationship for 3 years. As they decided to marry in December this year, they approached the church authority for counseling and they have requested that they have Genotype tests and pregnancy test. The blood test says both of us are AS genotypes which means that we have 1 in 4 chances of producing sickle cell anemia child every time we have a baby. Does the will of God in marriage harken to genotype confirmation? How can God say that we can marry each other if we have such a great risk. The pastor has said that they will not join us together because of this. Is this right? Does the will of God in marriage harken to genotype confirmation?

Perhaps the question should be: Does the will of God in marriage harken to genotype confirmation or our desires? I believe the will of God is alive in all the laws around us. The law of aerodynamics dictates what goes up must come down. Nature proves that an orange seed will not bring forth a mango tree but an orange tree. And with some horticultural tweaks we can reap tangelo. The same applies to genotype. It's wisest not to laugh in the face of God's laws.

An Inspiring Letter To Women

Dear Daughter

I have sent you to a man’s house to be a blessing to him and ‘help’ him achieve the goals I gave him. He’s not like you at all. He’s burly, quite insensitive. You’d be surprised he might not even realize you’ve come to help! So, to help your task and protect you from being on the receiving end of his imperfections here are some vital instructions.

1. Don’t ever try to fix him, if he ever develops a fault, I’m his manufacturer and you will need to talk to me about him. You’re his wife, not his God. I don’t particularly like it when you think you can change him and you attempt to take my place.

2. Well, I’m your God too, but your husband is my deputy in your life. To get the best of him, you need to respect him like you do me. Get more instructions on this from your grandmother Sarah.

We're Just Ordinary People- Are All Christians Good Marriage Material?

Many of us bopped our heads to Ordinary People by John Legend. God knows, I sang that song from my heart! That's what we are.

Of all the assumptions I come across in marital complaints this is the saddest. A lady or guy says " I didn't know him so well before marriage, but he was a worker in church! Real Christian brother!",  "She was in the choir.", "He was always first at house fellowship, I never thought he would be so controlling" etc.

There seems to be this erroneous belief that once you meet someone in church, especially if they have a responsibility then they automatically good people and  score more points in terms of marriage material.

 In truth Christianity is not, at its core, about being “good.”  In fact Paul writes, “There is no one righteous, not even one...[f]or all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:10; 23).  Being a Christian is not about being a good person—it is about being saved through the grace of God in spite of the fact that we are not good people.

World's Oldest Marriage

Meet Herbert and Zelmyra Fisher of North Carolina. They have been married 85 years and hold the Guinness World Record for the longest marriage of a living couple and get this…. Zelmyra is 101 years old and Herbert is 104.The happily married couple teamed up with twitter to answer some relationship questions. Check out their take on finding love, getting through hard times and more. Good read.
 

1. What made you realize that you could spend the rest of your lives together? Were you scared at all?

H & Z: With each day that passed, our relationship was more solid and secure.Divorce was NEVER an option – or even a thought.

2. How did you know your spouse was the right one for you?

We grew up together & were best friends before we married. A friend is for life – our marriage has lasted a lifetime
 

3. Is there anything you would do differently after more than 80 years of marriage?

We wouldn’t change a thing. There’s no secret to our marriage, we just did what was needed for each other & our family.

10 Simple Tips for Enhancing the Bond Between Parent and Child

Just like with any relationship, building a positive relationship between parent and child is one that requires work and effort to make it strong and successful. Parenting is a tough job, and maintaining close relationships and open communications helps to ensure parents and their children stay connected through all ages of their upbringing. Here are 10 simple tips for enhancing the bond between parent and child.

1. Say I Love You

Tell your child you love him every day -- no matter his age. Even on trying days or after a parent-child disagreement, when you don't exactly "like your child" at that moment, it is more important than ever to express your love. A simple "I love you" goes a long way toward developing and then strengthening a relationship.

2. Teach Your Faith