Every couple’s story is a unique expression of God’s love and grace. It’s their eyewitness account of how God has worked in their life and marriage. And so it becomes a witness to the good news of God at work to make us like Jesus.
To discover your story, discuss the questions below as a couple and take notes as you go. This will help you mine out those nuggets that become the key elements of your story.
How did you meet? What attracted you to each other? What is a fun, crazy, or unique part of your relationship?
Describe your feelings about each other and your relationship. Was it love at first sight?
What were some of your expectations for married life? Expectations for your partner?
What did your relationship revolve around? How did your relationship feed your security, identity or happiness?
What unexpected challenges or disappointments started to emerge?
What were the early signs that things were not moving in the right direction?
Looking back, what would you say contributed to the difficulties?
What helped turn things around? Were there turning points? Was it more of a process?
What motivated you to work on your relationship rather than to leave it or settle for unhappiness? Why did you stay together?
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