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Among The Thorns

July 3, 2013 by Matt Pavlik

This couple endures hardship responsibly because of their high regard for marriage. But intimacy between them is blocked because they are distracted by the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth. The thorns represent a distraction away from what is most important.

While their potential for marital success is high, too many weeds demand their attention. The relationship is last on a long list of other things they consider more interesting or more urgent.

Couple Characteristics

  • Emotional distance: a lack of expressiveness and passion;
  • Growth that has slowed or ceased altogether;
  • Emphasis on separate, individual pursuits;
  • A focus on responsibilities (productivity, money, kids, etc.) more than on the relationship;
  • So busy they are ships passing in the night and feel like roommates or strangers;
  • A sense of “I am no longer in love”; and
  • An unhealthy stability.

Filed Under: The Four Soils

About the Author

Matt Pavlik is a licensed professional clinical counselor who has a heart for healing marriages. He has counseled individuals and couples at his Christian counseling practice, New Reflections Counseling, since 2003. He completed his Masters in Clinical Pastoral Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary and his Bachelors in Computer Science from the University of Illinois. Matt and his wife Georgette have been married over 18 years and live with their four children in Centerville, Ohio.
Matt’s mission is to use the wisdom he receives from God to help others understand God’s design for life. Learn more at christianconcepts.com.

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