Divorce is Not the Easy Solution
Divorce promises freedom, but delivers a whole host of unexpected consequences.
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Divorce promises freedom, but delivers a whole host of unexpected consequences.
What you have observed by looking around your social circles is born out by the numbers: According to nearly every relevant statistic, the institution of marriage is in serious trouble. The Council on Families in America reports that half of first marriages are likely to end in divorce.
Fulfilling the “until death do us part” portion of our vows seems romantic and exciting on the wedding day, but once the honeymoon is over and reality sets in, it takes on a deeper meaning. A lifelong marriage requires time and sacrifice to experience the Lord’s best. In this reel, Brenen and Morgan Beeler share the characteristics of couples who prioritize their marriage according to God’s Word and build lasting, successful relationships.
Nearly half of all marriages end in divorce. It’s a daunting statistic that has led our society to downplay this God-designed covenant as temporary. Yet most people still use the phrase “until death do us part” in their wedding vows. In this reel, Brenen and Morgan Beeler explain the first of seven important steps you can take to strengthen your relationship.
In the 1960s, the surgeon general declared cigarettes harmful to the smoker's health. More recently, researchers have warned us about the dangers of foods high in fat and cholesterol. But we hear less about the health hazards of divorce.
Dr. Dobson reads a letter he received from a 14-year-old girl describing how her father announced he was divorcing her mother and leaving town, and how it impacted her.
C S. Lewis pointed out that “forgiving does not mean excusing . . . if that were so, there would be nothing to forgive.”
Forgiveness is never easy, but it’s the vital first step toward healing.
Just as we must act on Scripture’s instruction to forgive, we should also consider the great cost of failing to do so.
Dr. James Dobson and Laura Petherbridge discuss the delicate balance stepmoms face when building trust with their stepchildren.



