Practical Advice for Newlyweds from a Seasoned Wife

Legendary comedian Red Skelton once said: “All men make mistakes. Married men just find out about them sooner.”

While it’s tongue-in-cheek to say that pointing out shortcomings is just one of the benefits of a good wife, it’s fully true that they also bring the wisdom, grace, and steady partnership a man needs to grow and invest himself fully into his marriage.

A great relationship doesn’t happen by accident. It requires you and your spouse to sacrifice the time and effort necessary to achieve your shared goals. Your vision is only a dream until you roll up your sleeves.

To help you unpack what it really takes to build a thriving life together, author Michelle Lentz is joining me on Focus on the Family with Jim Daly. Michelle is a “seasoned wife” with nearly 40 years of marriage to her husband, Steve. She is passionate about helping young wives avoid common pitfalls of early marriage, learn how to love their husbands well, and truly enjoy the journey.

Early in their relationship, Michelle and Steve learned a vital discipline: they chose to do hard things for the sake of their marriage and family. Building a life that lasts means learning to prioritize what you want most over what you want now.

Michelle explains how to thrive in your relationship with your husband by:

• Pursuing dreams and recovering from disaster.

• Finding contentment.

• Building a marriage rooted in love and respect.

• Developing a friendship with your spouse.

True love is an investment. When you willingly choose to sacrifice for your spouse each day, you aren’t missing out – you are building a foundation strong enough to weather any storm.

Listen to my full conversation with Michelle Lentz on your local radio station, online, on Apple Podcasts, or on our free phone app. Even if you’ve been married for 10, 20, 30 or more years, it’s always helpful to have a fresh perspective on contentment and making sacrifices for your spouse, and the importance of respect in marriage.

Michelle’s book Hey Beginner Wife: Practical Tips and Heartfelt Advice to Help You Have a Happy Marriage is available for a gift of any amount. For more information, click here or call 1-800-A-FAMILY (232-6459).