The Common Denominator. . . .

In today's segment, the common denominator in marriages is discussed.

"The Common Denominator", what is it? Why are marriages today in so much jeopardy? Why don't couples stay together after making a commitment to each other? Why has the enthusiasm of love dwindled in marriages?

The answers to these questions are most difficult, and there can only be one answer. . . there is a missing link in our relationships.and it points directly to the "common denominator".

In mathematical terms, the common denominator is the number that allows everything to become a part of the equation. Puzzled? . . . . don't be, I was never a math whiz either, so let's try and explore this matter further in more simpler terms.

The scriptures say this: 1 John 3:20 For if our heart condemn us, God is greater than our heart, and knoweth all things. . . .so is it a matter of the heart? Did we mean what we said when we said it? Was our intention pure and true before we committed to the marriage union?

The truth of the matter is this: the common denominator in any marriage relationship is the willingness to commit and to submit to a higher authority ( God the Father) and to each other (your spouse) as outlined in the scriptures in:
Genesis 2:24 Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh. Even though we says things with our lips, the reality is not present until the action takes place. Matthew 15:8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me. As you can see in the passage above, Jesus rebuking the scribes and pharisees for their pretense type worship. You see it's one thing to say a thing, but it's another to do it. The doing is only easy and effortless when it is done with the right motive and intent. For it is the common denominator of marriage! Difficulty is only present when the intent of desire is not present. Truth and Falsehood cannot stand on the same platform! I hope you're catching on here.

The common denominator is your real motive. It identifies who you really are and determines the results of your decisions.

Sometimes, we need to take retrospect and ask ourselves these questions. How is my love or lack of, different now than from the beginning of our relationship? Am I the same person now that I was when I first married? Was I really honest with my mate? You see, when we turn the mirror of life and reality toward ourselves, we see much clearer and are able to make sounder decisions. If you say "I'm going to", but never do, the event never takes place! Get it?

The real point today is this: the common denominator is the key. It unlocks the door of reality in our marriages. The Holy scriptures gives us our blue prints, and we in turn execute the plans.

It is God's plan and His will, that our marriages be complete and fulfilled with love, joy, peace, happiness and contentment.

Let's take a look back at our commitments and examine our intents. I believe that you will find a new strength and enthusiasm to start a new day for your marriages. In fact I believe God, and so should you! It is the common denominator that will make the difference for you. . . you'll see!

God says it. . . . .let's believe it . . . . and get the job done! Amen!

Have a sparkling day and always remember. . . . .

You are Blessed!