marriage

i have recently started the book Love and War by John and Stasi Eldredge and it has been very eye opening to the realities of marriage. i am getting married on july 10th and like many soon-to-be-married individuals, it is hard for me to foresee any big issues that will come up in my marriage. although it is hard to pinpoint any specific issues my fiance and i will face, im an trying to take to heart the things in this book. the chapter i just finished talked about the growth that takes place in an individual throughout their marriage. now, of course you have to be open and willing to grow, but this is very exciting for me. although growth is usually hard and challenging, i enjoy it. i love feeling God in the midst of it and seeking his wisdom and guidance. john and stasi share the growth they have both experienced during their years of marriage and though they mention how hard it was for both of them during those times, they also say how awesome it is/was to meet God in the midst of it all and experience the power of his healing and mercy. yes, im scared of marriage and the struggles to come, but im also very excited to learn and grow with my soon to be husband! we have lots to learn about each other, ourselves, and God and im ready for that to begin!