Today’s Reading:
Genesis 2: 20-25
“Now they were both naked, the man and his wife. And they were not ashamed.” (v. 25)
Among several institutions that affect humanity either positively or negatively, marriage is unique. It is the first institution established by God Himself. All other institutions find their meaning and purpose in marriage. It is the foundation upon which others rest. If marriage is faulty other institutions will collapse. Marriage is a place where destinies are moulded. It is the factory where great men are prepared and made for the future. No matter the blows marriages have received, it is still the quarry where materials used in building every other institution are extracted, blasted, prepared and thoroughly furnished for use. Show me a man or a woman who is making either a positive or negative impact and I will show a marriage that influences such lifestyles. One of the secrets of a strong marriage anywhere in the world is the nakedness between couples. Nakedness as a word means without clothing or covering, raw, bare, undressed, unclad etc. while Nakedness in marriage means to be open, not having any hidden agenda, not to keep secret, to have no place of hidden to one’s partner.
Nakedness in marriage requires the following:
A. Nakedness in Plans & Purpose: One of the killers of marriage is secrecy. Spouses are supposed to open up and to each other. Openness brings intimacy. When couples hide their plans and purpose in marriage, they open the door of their home to the devil. Building a house, buying property and hiding them from one’s spouse are some of the things seen in homes, this must not be seen in Christian marriage. Plans and purpose must be discussed openly in Christian homes.
B. Nakedness in Finance: when finance is in good standing, romance will be good. Money is a major issue in marriage. Couples should know each other’s PIN, have access to their accounts, know the salaries of each other and be open to each other on all financial transactions. Any attempt to hide this is tending towards infidelity.
C. Nakedness in Communication
Communication is the life wire of any relationship, marriage starts with communication when a partner proposes and must be sustained by it, vertical relationship (relationship with God) will in no small measure determine the horizontal relationship (relationship between spouse).
JAMES ALADE
To surrender your life to Christ, say this prayer aloud. “Father, I acknowledge my sin against You. I repent and ask for forgiveness, in the name of Jesus. I surrender to the Lordship of Jesus. By the power of Your Holy Spirit, take control of my heart and lead me in Your path of righteousness. Thank you, Lord.”
If you said the prayer, Congratulations! Prayerfully look for a living church and meet the resident reverend, pastor or priest.
Prayer:
Give unto the Lord, O you mighty ones, Give unto the Lord glory and strength, Give unto the Lord the glory due to His name; Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness.
Create in me a clean heart; renew a right, teachable and humble spirit within me, in Jesus’ name.
O Lord, visit Christian marriages with Your power and mercy; mend broken relationships, in Jesus’ name.
We acquaint ourselves with the Almighty, we experience peace; and good is flowing in every area of our lives, in Jesus' name.
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