07/28/2026
TUESDAY’S TIME TO TALK
Married Couples Everywhere… It’s Tuesday, and It’s Time to Talk!
Is forgiveness something that is difficult for you? It certainly was for us during the early years of our marriage.
When we were upset with one another, we would sometimes withhold our love, affection, and forgiveness for an entire week. Over time, that became several days. Then we convinced ourselves that we were at least “entitled” to stay upset for 24 hours.
Knowing what we know today, we now race to forgive one another. Why? Because forgiveness is that important.
As we studied God’s Word, we came to understand the seriousness of Jesus’ teaching. According to Scripture, God expects us to forgive others just as He has forgiven us. Realizing that our own fellowship with God could be hindered by an unwillingness to forgive completely changed our perspective.
Today, forgiveness has become a race in our home—not because it’s always easy, but because honoring God is more important than holding on to hurt.
It took time. It took practice. It took humility. But faith is meant to be lived, not merely believed.
To the Husbands:
Keep your home covered in prayer. Do not allow pride or unresolved conflict to keep you from living according to God’s Word.
“Husbands, in the same way be considerate as you live with your wives, and treat them with respect… so that nothing will hinder your prayers.” — 1 Peter 3:7
To Both Husbands and Wives:
Our desire should be to enjoy God’s favor in our homes. One of the greatest blessings we have is the privilege of talking with God through prayer. We should desire His forgiveness for both our public and private sins.
Jesus gives us this reminder:
“And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive them, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.” — Mark 11:25
May we all choose forgiveness quickly, love deeply, and honor God daily by putting His Word into practice in our marriages.
Would you agree that forgiveness is one of the greatest keys to building a stronger, healthier, and happier marriage?
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