“Keep me, O Lord, from the hands of the wicked; preserve me from violent men, who have purposed to make my steps stumble. The proud have hidden a snare for me, and cords; they have spread a net by the wayside; they have set traps for me. Selah” Psalm 140:4-5.
“Deliver me, O Lord, from evil men; preserve me from violent men, who plan evil things in their hearts; they continually gather together for war.” Psalm 140:1-2.
“I will praise You with my whole heart; before the gods I will sing praises to You. I will worship toward Your holy temple, and praise Your name for Your lovingkindness and Your truth; for You have magnified Your word above all Your name.” Psalm 138:1-2.
Congratulations on your becoming a church elder. May I share something? It has occurred to me that elders may often be tasked with counseling troubled married couples. So, here are some things that God has laid out concerning marriage.