It is the wedding day and all the guests eyes are on the bride and the groom standing on the altar, side by side exchanging vows. Mike and I see this as a symbol of unity and faithfulness.

Paul wrote letters to the Philippians to thank them and strengthen believers by showing them that true joy comes from Jesus Christ alone. He was an excellent communicator with a beautiful servants heart. Mike and I admire Paul’s purpose in life as it was to speak out boldly for Christ and to daily become more like him. In a marriage you need to be excellent communicators and have servant hearts just like Paul did to the church. Mike and I have found in our marriage that if you are not standing side by side, then you are asking for selfishness and pride to creep in.

“Meanwhile, live in such a way that you are a credit to the Message of Christ. Let nothing in your conduct hang on whether I come or not. Your conduct must be the same whether I show up to see things for myself or hear of it from a distance. Stand united, singular in vision, contending for people’s trust in the Message, the good news, not flinching or dodging in the slightest before the opposition. Your courage and unity will show them what they’re up against…” - Philippians 1:27-28 (The Message)

Standing together in your marriage unified as one will empower you both to defend against sin.

Are you communicating well with your spouse? Are you serving your spouse? Are you standing side by side in your marriage?

-KT & MT

My name is Kayla and I work for Compassion Canada. My husband’s name is Mike and he is a Music Producer/Engineer; Together we are Mr. and Mrs. Tompkins!

Mike and I travel quite often for our jobs, which separates us for short periods of time. Some jaded older couples tell us that it is a “Blessing in disguise” to have jobs that let you travel separately. Mike and I have been married for almost 2 years and couldn’t disagree more!

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