Reassessing the Value of Prosperity in Marriage
Most people associate prosperity with money. The more you have, the more you are perceived to be wealthy and successful.
Can this also be applied to marriage? Does having more money make for a happier marriage?
If this were true, then rich movie stars and billionaires should have the happiest and strongest marriages. But alas, the evidence clearly points to the fact many “rich people” have some of the weakest marriages.
So, is prosperity a bad value to embrace in marriage? Not if you look at it from a different perspective.
As a differentiating value, Prosperity means state of flourishing, thriving, success, or good fortune.
Here’s what this might mean in a marriage:
- Flourishing. When the bond of love between a husband and wife grows daily, and when the relationship develops in a healthy way because of a favorable environment.
- Thriving. When a husband and wife work well together, like a well-oiled machine, accomplishing tasks and achieving many shared objectives.
- Success. When a husband and wife are making clear progress towards a defined goal, celebrating key milestones and victories along the way.
- Good Fortune. When a husband and wife experience the blessings of God that makes their path easier, their load lighter, and their joy greater.
So the next time you wish prosperity upon a newly married couple, consider the many benefits you are hoping they will experience. Money is but one small part of it.
What are some other ways to look at prosperity in marriage?
Today’s value was selected from the “Freedom-Prosperity” category, based on the e-book Developing Your Differentiating Values.
