On your wedding day, you promised to love your spouse for better or for worse. Unfortunately, that can be easier said than done, but luckily you don't have to do it alone. If you're struggling in your marriage, a licensed marriage counselor can help you work things out with your spouse. If you're a Christian, you'll be happy to know that there are many counselors with a faith-based approach who can use Christian values to help your marriage. Here are three signs you should see a marriage counselor:
1. You're fighting all the time.
There are going to be disagreements in any marriage, but sometimes it's more than that. If you feel like you're bickering with your spouse all the time or if you're having big blowout fights, it's time to see a marriage counselor. Couples fight when there are unaddressed issues between them that need resolution. You or your spouse may feel like you have needs that aren't being met. A Christian marriage counselor can help you and your spouse to address these issues in a productive way, and they can teach you faith-based communication methods to help you resolve any future issues.
2. Someone has cheated.
Infidelity can be devastating. It's one of the leading causes of divorce, and it can rip families apart. Infidelity destroys trust and causes a multitude of negative feelings. If your spouse has cheated, you may feel unworthy, sad, angry, or insecure. If you were the unfaithful spouse, you may be feeling a lot of guilt or even sadness at the loss of your affair partner. It can be almost impossible to handle the effects of adultery alone; with emotions running high, you and your spouse may say things that you will later regret. A marriage counselor will be able to walk you through this trying time. They can facilitate communication between you and your spouse to help you rebuild trust and move forward after betrayal.
3. One or both of you are thinking about divorce.
If you or your spouse feel like giving up on your marriage, it's definitely time to see a marriage counselor. Marriage is a beautiful bond between two people, and it's worth fighting for. Even if you think you're certain in your decision to split, it's worth trying one last time to salvage your marriage. A counselor can walk you through your options and if you do decide to divorce, they can even help you through that process.
Marriage is both challenging and rewarding. If any of these signs applies to your marriage, you should get in touch with a Christian marriage counselor today. It's never too late to save your relationship.
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