Learning to resolve conflict and forgive in marriage and relationships is crucial for a God-honoring end goal. Good couples have learned to fight fairly, not avoiding conflict but addressing it with a Christian mindset. The root of conflict often lies in individual people issues, not just marital problems, and can be resolved by understanding God's purpose in marriage, which is to make us holy, not just happy. By recognizing and addressing idols, desires that have become too important, and taking responsibility for vengeance, we can learn to forgive and let go of malice, wrath, and hatred.
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