Marriage Musts #17 The Couple that Prays together Stays Together

This is a very complex thing for couples to do and yet a very simple thing.  I will not say that Todd and I sit down together and pray with each other everyday.  But we do pray in unity with one another.  The main reason for this is due to our differing schedules and the very different way we pray.  However, when there is a major decision to be made...such as moving or ministry opportunities or new job opportunities...we will fast and pray and consult God as to the next steps we should take.  We ask Him for direction.  Then we come together and see which way the Lord is leading us.  If we do not agree, we go with the direction Todd feels God is leading us.  Afterall, he is the spiritual leader of our home and he will be the one help accountable in the end.  Many times in our marriage we have fasted and prayed concerning a situation.  Sometimes the answer from God was not what we expected, but at least we could face the situation together.