Covenant Key of David Eternal life church

Strengthening Marriages, Building Godly Homes

📅 Date: 2nd March 2025

The Covenant of Marriage – Overcoming the Storms and Building a Godly Union

Dear Beloved in Christ,

Greetings in the matchless name of our Lord Jesus Christ! Marriage is not just a contract but a divine covenant ordained by God to reflect His love, unity, and faithfulness. However, in today’s world, many Christian marriages struggle with challenges that threaten their stability and joy.

At CEDELIC, we are committed to helping couples build strong, lasting, and God-centered marriages. This edition of our Marriage Newsletter will equip you with biblical wisdom and practical solutions to navigate the storms of marriage and strengthen your covenant with God and your spouse.

Theme Scripture

“Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain.” – Psalm 127:1

10 Biblical Keys to a Strong and Godly Marriage

1️⃣ Christ as the Foundation (Matthew 7:24-25) – A marriage rooted in Christ will stand firm against all challenges.
2️⃣ Unconditional Love and Sacrifice (Ephesians 5:25) – Husbands, love your wives as Christ loved the Church.
3️⃣ Submission and Respect (Ephesians 5:22-24) – Wives, submit to your husbands as unto the Lord.
4️⃣ Effective Communication (Proverbs 18:21) – Words can either build or destroy your marriage. Choose wisely!
5️⃣ Forgiveness and Grace (Colossians 3:13) – Marriage thrives on a heart that forgives and extends grace.
6️⃣ Spiritual Growth and Prayer (1 Thessalonians 5:17) – A praying couple stays strong together.
7️⃣ Faithfulness and Trust (Hebrews 13:4) – A godly marriage is built on integrity and trustworthiness.
8️⃣ Patience and Understanding (1 Peter 3:7) – Husbands, dwell with your wives in understanding.
9️⃣ Financial Stewardship (Proverbs 21:5) – Wise financial planning strengthens marriage.
🔟 Godly Parenting and Family Values (Proverbs 22:6) – Raising children in God’s way secures the future of your home.

Understanding the Storms in Marriage

Marriage is a beautiful journey, but like every journey, it comes with challenges. The storms of marriage are tests that can either make or break a couple, depending on how they respond. Some of these storms include:

✅ Spiritual Attacks: The devil seeks to destroy marriages because a godly union is a threat to his kingdom (John 10:10).
✅ Communication Breakdown: Unresolved conflicts and a lack of open communication can create distance in a marriage (Proverbs 15:1).
✅ Financial Struggles: Poor financial management and debt can cause unnecessary tension (Ecclesiastes 7:12).
✅ Lack of Intimacy & Affection: Emotional and physical disconnection weakens the marital bond (1 Corinthians 7:3-5).
✅ Influence of External Forces: Bad company, wrong advice, and interference from family and friends can harm a marriage (Psalm 1:1).

The Way Out: How to Overcome Marital Challenges

✔ Make God the Center of Your Marriage (Proverbs 3:5-6).
✔ Prioritize Effective Communication (Ephesians 4:25).
✔ Build Trust and Stay Faithful (Proverbs 31:11).
✔ Manage Finances with Wisdom (Luke 14:28).
✔ Forgive Quickly and Love Unconditionally (Colossians 3:13).
✔ Pray Together Every Day (Matthew 18:19).
✔ Attend Marriage Seminars and Seek Godly Counsel (Proverbs 11:14).

Upcoming Marriage Seminar – Join Us!

📢 Are you struggling in your marriage? Do you desire a stronger, God-centered home? This seminar is for you!

📌 Date: 10th March 2025
⏰ Time: 5 PM
📍 Venue: Covenant Key of David Eternal Life Church (CEDELIC), Ikorodu, Lagos State

🔥 What to Expect:
✅ Powerful Teachings on Marriage
✅ Q&A Session with Marriage Experts
✅ Testimonies from Couples Who Overcame Challenges
✅ Prophetic Prayers for Marriages
✅ Biblical Counseling and Guidance

Don’t miss this life-transforming event! Invite your spouse, family, and friends!

Testimony Corner

“We were on the brink of divorce due to financial struggles and misunderstandings, but through CEDELIC’s marriage seminar and biblical counseling, God restored our home! Today, we are stronger and happier than ever!” – Brother & Sister Adebayo

🙌 Do you have a marriage testimony? Share with us and encourage others!

Stay Connected with CEDELIC

For counseling, prayer requests, or more information, reach out to us:

📞 +2348169392617 (Call & WhatsApp)
📧 Cedelicministry@gmail.com
🌍 https://www.Covenanteternallife.blogspot.com

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🙏 We pray that your marriage will reflect God’s glory and that His peace and joy will reign in your home!

Apostle Dr. Olanrewaju Abiodun David
Senior Pastor, CEDELIC

BY Apostle Dr. Olanrewaju Abiodun David.

Marriage and parenting are diving responsibility that require love, patience, and emotional stability. Many couples face struggles that threaten their relationship and well-being of their children. Challenges such as financial stress, emotional disconnection, poor communication, and lack of spiritual foundation often create tension in the home. However, through biblical wisdom and counseling, couple can restore their marriage, manage stress, and raise godly children.

In this article, we will explore the importance of emotional stability in marriage and parenting, using a real-life counseling scenario to illustrate how biblical principles can transform a struggle home

A REAL-LIFE CASE: Emmanuel and Joy’s Story

Emmanuel and joy had been married for 6 years and had two children. Their relationship was once filled with love and excitement, but as Emmanuel and Joy began to struggle, financial stress placed a heavy burden on their marriage.

The Conflict: Emmanuel became emotionally distant due to his struggles as provider. Joy, feeling neglected, withdraw emotionally and started spending more time away from home. Arguments became frequents, and both felt disconnected.

The Turning Point: They consider separation but decided to seek biblical counseling. Through counseling, they learned to pray together, communicate effectively, and trust God for provision.

The Outcome: their marriage was restored, and they became stronger together. Today, they mentor other couples facing similar struggles, using their testimony to encourage them.

This case highlights the impact of financial struggles, poor communication, and emotional disconnection on a marriage. However, with the right biblical approach, couples can find healing and restoration.

Key Lessons for Strengthening Marriage and Parenting

Emotional Stability in Marriage
Marriage is the foundation of the family, and emotional instability weakens this foundation. Stress, financial hardship, and unresolved conflicts can make marriage fragile.

CEDELIC MARRIAGE NEWSLETTER

Strengthening marriage and Parenting Through Emotional Stability