Tips to make the Marriage Work

I went to church last night and the pastor shared some great tips for married couples and the 'to bes' which I feel is worth sharing.

10 simple ways to make your marriage #stronger

1. When you wake up...no matter how short or long the marriage is, kiss her good morning. DON'T GREET HER!
2. When he comes home...DON'T SIT DOWN, get up and meet him at the door, a hug and/or a kiss and ask how his day was....he spent most of it trying to make sure you guys have food in the house.
3. Before you sleep, PRAY TOGETHER AS A FAMILY, and in your prayers, always thank God for your spouse and for his/her and dedication to the family.
4. Daily, no matter how tired you are, spend a few minutes to discuss how the day was and what challenges you both met and how you handled the situation.
5. Find a moment to encourage each other from scriptures. If you can, get a devotional guide, let each person handle a day of the week including the kids (if they can)
6. Just because you married her doesn't mean life must stop. At least once a month, take her out to dinner, spend the evening, just the two of you outside the house, eating and talking - just the same way you used to do when you wanted her to marry you.
7. Be proud of your husband/wife. Walk together holding hands, text during the day....your wife/husband should be your best friend, so those stuff you talk to your friends about, include your spouse. Ask the questions which may seem irrelevant (but are) : "What would you have for lunch?", "Can I get you anything?"," What would you like for supper?", "Did you get to work?", "Oh i just called to say I miss you", "Have you left the workplace?"...etc
8. People get scared to talk about this but sex does destroy marriages. SATISFY your husband/wife sexually. It is a gift that can be perfectly enjoyed in holy matrimony. It's not a sin when you are married . So stop feeling guilty and make sure your sex life is completely satisfied and enjoyed by the two of you.  Do not give room for your spouse to be tempted sexually outside of marriage because in it you can't give in to the temptation.
9. Everyday, never forget to say you love your spouse at least 5 times. Saying I love you never gets boring, it never gets rhetorical and it never hurts to hear them. "It's a delicious meal, I love you", "Wow, you came early. I love you sweetie","Will you please get some bread as you come? I love you", "Goodnight love", "Wakey ,wakey sweetie. TIme for breakfast".
10. Never go to bed angry. Solve those arguments. Fight all you can but at the end, remember to pray together, pray for your marriage and the goodnights need to have "I love you".

Always remember A FAMILY THAT PRAYS TOGETHER STAYS TOGETHER.