Preserving a bond with someone requires work and mutual effort. What have you found to be most important in preserving a relationship with someone? How has the Bible helped guide you?
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I would have to say that non-judgemental commitment is critical. Certainly those lessons learned from the Bible include loving one another without judgement.
We have a plaque on our wall that reminds my wife and I that a happy marriage is a union of two good forgivers.