A word to the seminary wives from my wonderful seminary wife
Kari wrote an articled titled "A Word to the Wives " at GoingtoSeminary.com published this morning. I am so blessed and glad to have both of us "on the same page" completely with regard to seminary and life direction.
We have a unique situation, both being students together. Her advice is to couples embarking on the seminary journey, probably with the husband as the primary the student. (But applicable to all in my humble opinion, and even if it is the other-way-around.)
Her two points:
- Make Decisions Together
- Endure or Embrace?
A great snippet:
"… embracing the call means joining him on the journey . The most difficult thing for couples in seminary is that fact that the husband is out experiencing profound spiritual truths, while the wife is often engulfed in the mundane details of work or home or kids or managing their life. So, how can we change this? Try reading a book he’s reading for class. Not enough time? Just read one chapter and discuss it with him. Read a paper he’s turning in and ask him about things that don’t make sense (or challenge him about things that aren’t well thought-through!). Visit a class once a month. Ask him to share with you some of the most impacting things he’s learning (and listen!). In short, as much as your schedule allows, experience seminary with him. Rather than seeing seminary as the enemy that prevents him from giving you the time and energy you desire, embrace it as a means of uniting with your husband in a whole new way. Join him on the journey."
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