There was a day I would never attend a marriage conference.  In my immaturity and pride I sincerely believed those events were for pansies.  Then I grew up.

After challenges in my own marriage and watching the marriages of friends slowly slouch into mediocrity and then finally self-destruct, I began to think a little differently.

Now ironically enough, God has given me a passion to help build healthy marriages.  I’m still a student, but I’ve discovered this:

My marriage is either a lid or a launching pad.

The health of my marriage shapes the possibilities for every other opportunity on the planet.  Too often men and women are frustrated with their career, ministry, friendships, productivity, or whatever.  And on closer examination, the frustration begins at home.

So why a marriage weekend?  Here are four good reasons for starters:

Blurred vision

When the marriage begins we have big hopes and dreams.  Unfortunately, in the regular muckity muck of life, we lose sight of what God really intends for our marriage relationship.  A weekend helps us refocus on God’s purpose for us in marriage.

Routine patterns

A lot of us are just plan boring.  We do the same thing day after day, and our marriages become boring.  A weekend of instruction can inspire us to get out of ruts that are wearing us out.

Average effort

Now that we’re married, we tend to pursue other interests with our best efforts and give our spouse only the emotional leftovers.  This minimal effort devalues our spouse and leads to a mediocre marriage that frustrates everyone.  A marriage weekend puts our spouse back in first place.

Mixed results

Most married couples are not satisfied with where the marriage is at, but they are doing very little to change it.  Discouragement and defeat are not necessary.  A marriage weekend gives hope and practical help for a better future.

So I hope you will click here and register for our Connected for Life Marriage Weekend, April 29-30 at the historic General Morgan Inn in Greeneville, Tennessee.

You will join several other couples in a casual environment.  You will hear good teaching, enjoy great food, and meet knew friends.  And God may just do a work to take your marriage Beyond Impossible.  Can’t wait to see you there!