That beautiful statement of commitment is the language of covenant marriage. In fact, it’s similar to what we say in most marriage ceremonies: “For better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, so long as we both shall live.” Christian marriage is viewed as a lifelong covenant. It is this commitment to marriage that helps us through the rough spots of life. If we have a contract mentality, then we bail out when things get tough. Perhaps it’s time to remind yourself that