10/15/2025
7 Rules of Marriage... for Men
I was married for 36 years, until my wife passed away. During those years, I learned many things about the marriage relationship. A good marriage doesn't just happen - you MUST work at it!
We men are often dense when it comes to relationships, and we don't change our habits very easily. That's why it's so important to establish new habits, early on in the marriage and even sooner, if possible.
Here are the main ones that God taught me over the years. Learn them well - and be consistent! Twenty years from today, you'll be one of those couples that not only stayed together, but you'll have a passion for each other that the world rarely sees.
1. Keep God in the equation. This is the only lasting foundation of any marriage (Psalm 127:1).
2. Never forget a holiday or special day. Those are the modern-day alters of remembrance (Proverbs 5:18).
3. Never stop dating/courting your wife! Romance doesn't end at the wedding; you're just getting started (Solomon 7:11)!
4. Never use the "D-word". Divorce shouldn't even enter your mind, as you promised her on your wedding day (Matthew 19:6 & 9).
5. Remember she's much more sensitive than you are. Harsh words hit her harder and stay longer (Proverbs 15:1; I Peter 3:7).
6. It's never too late to start over again. Life is filled with difficulties, but come together often and renew your love for each other (Colossians 3:19; Ephesians 4:32).
7. Tell her often what you love about her. If you truly love her, tell her over and over again (Proverbs 31:28; Solomon 1:15, 4:1 & 9).
NEVER, ever take your marriage for granted. It's the greatest gift of God on earth (Solomon 8:7)!
~Robert-Dale