Connect Four: Ways to Connect with Your Spouse Mentally, Emotionally, Physically, and Spiritually

A triangle. That’s the shape of marriage that my husband and I were always taught to work toward. The two points on the base of the triangle represent each of us, and the point at the top represents God. So, ideally and visually, the two points are moving toward the top and each other simultaneously. In other words, as Kevin and I grow closer to God, we are at the same time growing closer to each other.

This illustration reminds me of what Jesus said to the Pharisees concerning marriage: “‘Haven’t you read,’ he replied, ‘that at the beginning the Creator ‘made them male and female,’ and said, ‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh’? So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore, what God has joined together, let no one separate.” (Matthew 19:4-6 NIV)

Two becoming one. That only happens slowly and accidentally. And I don’t think this is merely a physical metaphor, though that is a beautiful part of it. Two becoming one in marriage involves intentionality and purpose in many ways–four of them being mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. When you faithfully connect with your spouse in these four ways–and as you both continue to seek to grow closer to God, your marriage will grow stronger. Not sure how to work toward these connections? Here are some practical ideas for you!… [Click here to read the full article on Family Christian.]