Passionately Pursuing Purpose Ministries
                                                                                          3P Ministries                                                               
                    A Christian Ministry Designed for Married Couples
 THE WAIT IS OVER! THE HELP OF THE        
               LORD HAS ARRIVED!
                        
The debut book, Order in the House - God's Heart
Concerning the Marriage Covenant is here. This
must-read book takes a look at the personal life of new
author Stacey Nelson as she shares experiences from her
own marriage.  During struggles, hardships and pain, she
thoroughly explores the good and the bad in an attempt to
restore her marriage. Through the power of the Holy
Spirit, it's soon revealed that the change must come         
from within, opposed to seeking change from her
spouse.  As a result, victory and triumph replaces
hopelessness and despair in dead areas of their marriage
as she brings order in her house.
                             
Order in the House is for men and women in search of a
healthy and balanced marriage.  It provides readers with
solid solutions to several common problems often found
in marriages today.  Each chapter looks at God's word
and offers spiritual guidance to success.  
This book will truly bless the broken-hearted and mend
the soul.   
       
Experts say we’re in a recession.  With soaring gas prices, increased
foreclosures, the unemployment rate skyrocketing and millions of Americans
working without health insurance – what’s a married couple to do?  Marriage is
hard enough when things are “smooth sailing,” factor in the problems above and
you have a disaster just waiting to happen.  Now factor in God.  He’s the one
and only one who can change the entire equation.  As married couples, we must
commit to seeking God in every situation because many aspects of the current
economy affect our finances in one way or another.  Countless polls and studies
have shown the number one reason for martial disharmony or divorce stems
from financial hardships.  Is this really the case?  Let’s challenge this theory.  
Finances or the lack there of doesn’t destroy marriages.  If this were the case,
some of the richest people in the world would stay committed to the vows they’
ve made rather than divorcing at an alarming rate.  This would mean that poor
people are doomed and their marriages would never have a fighting chance.  We
all know this is not true.  It’s deeper than money.  It has more to do with trust,
respect and consideration.

In marriage, trust is imperative.  Your spouse needs to trust you and vice versa.  
There are several things to remember when it comes to trust and finances: (1)
Do not purchase things and lie about it. It may seem simple, but this is one way
to destroy the trust in any marriage.  (2) Do not lie about spending.  (3) Do not
hide money.  Trust must always remain intact or the relationship will be in
trouble regardless of the issue(s) at hand.

In any healthy relationship, there must be mutual respect between both parties.  
Respect the amount of money the other person contributes (or does not).  Keep
these points in mind when dealing with respect and finances.  (1) Respect each
others feelings. (2) Respect each others efforts.  This is very important because
couples tend to disregard the contributions of their mate if they are not
monetarily based.  Emotional support, helping with household chores, being
responsible with the kids and other issues are just as important as financial
contributions.  (3) Share expectations and fears with one another.  People need
to be validated whether they are working or not.  This support will help the
working spouse feel appreciated.  For the non-working spouse, it will provide the
extra confidence and motivation needed to continue their job search.  (4)Finally,
listen and communicate with one another.

Consideration or should I say selflessness is the key to longevity.  In order to
stay on top of things financially, consider how it will affect the entire family.  
Practice the art of laying your feelings aside and focusing on the needs of the
family.  You can’t just shop because you feel like shopping.  Nor can you make
major purchases without sharing it with your spouse.  With the economy in this
condition, realize the world does not revolve around the selfish needs of anyone.  
It’s not about any one person or who is right or wrong.  What it boils down to is
being committed in “good times” and in “bad times” and “for better or worse.”  
Being realistic and mature about your finances will help you weather the storm
during the recession and keep your marriage intact.

The truth of the matter is there will always be marriages that are either financially
weak or strong.  However, the signs of an enduring marriage will be found in
those who put God first and remember to trust, respect and consider the other
person in their union.   
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SNEAK-PEEK OF WHAT'S INSIDE     
ORDER IN THE HOUSE

Devotional Scriptures
"Daily Reminders"
Journaling Prompts
Answers to difficult questions:

What is submission?

Is It necessary?

Why should I, when he doesn't      
know how to lead?

What does it mean to love?

Why should I when I'm not
receiving it?

How do I love when nothing about
her is desirable?

What's expected of me as a husband
or a wife?
See book excerpt on the "Service page"
A Closer Look
   What’s your deal breaker?

...Does not recap toothpaste
...Will not make bed
...Leaves plate on the table
...Does not put away dishes
...Leaves clothes on bathroom floor
Seriously,  let’s define what a deal breaker is.  A deal
breaker is the point where an individual draws the line.  It’s
when someone has declared, “I can’t take it anymore, or
they’ve put up with all they can handle.  This is usually
when a person affirms “it’s over.”   We all have a
threshold, a point where we say, “Enough is enough.”  So
what is your deal breaker?  
Order in the House
receives awesome review from
CLARION in ForeWord Magazine
Click here to read book review
Upcoming Events

Local Author Reception/ Book Signing
Flint Public Library- meeting room 205
Saturday August 16,2008
4:00pm-6:00pm
Open to the Public...Come meet the author!