‘They all met together and were constantly united in prayer, along with Mary the mother of Jesus, several other women, and the brothers of Jesus.’ Acts of the Apostles 1:14(NLT)
‘Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.’ Hebrews 10:24-25(NLT)
Devotional Content:
Dating and getting married is a process and it takes time. Couples need to spend time together getting to know each other.
Distance can complicate this for many couples, but having a healthy long distance relationship is possible with the right use of time and resources.
There are things you can do to effectively connect with each other often and bridge that distance gap. Here are a few simple and creative things you can do to connect with each other:
- Call and text each other often
- Keep up with each other via social media
- Communicate through video tools online and with your smart phone
- Text each other pictures of yourself and what you are doing throughout the day to include them in your day
- Mail small but meaningful gifts to each other
- Journal thoughts and things you want to share with your significant other when you speak with them
- Mail each other old-fashioned handwritten letters
Nothing really takes the place of being together in the same place, so plan to get together as often as possible.
It is important for a couple to live in the same city before taking the marriage step. If your relationship is moving closer to marriage, I strongly urge you to move closer together and try a more normal dating relationship before entering into marriage.
All relationships take work, and long-distance relationships are no different.
Today’s Challenge:
Dr. Kim shares that distance complicates growing the relationship but that if you use the right tools, you can have a healthy long-distance relationship. Whether or not you are in a long-distance relationship, what are five things you can do to communicate better with your significant other?
Going Deeper:
All relationships take work. What can you do this week to show your significant other you are willing to work at your relationship?
from Getting Yourself Ready For Marriage 2 by Dr. Kim Kimberling