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Thomas urges people who have had bad sexual relationships in the past to seek counseling, just as he does people who have had bad relationships in general (Thomas 208). Thomas admits that his philosophy will be problematic for a couple seeking a personalized approach to romantic love. Also, many couples might point out that it is seldom one person's fault -- that divorce may not be about moral blame or different values, but about clashing personality habits. How can living in a state of petty anger be facilitating to spiritual growth? Thomas admits that constant arguing can lead to a "poisonous heart," but stresses that in our society, which regards relationships as disposable, much can come of committing to something and really trying to make a relationship 'work.'

A refreshing aspect of Thomas' work is that he does make a spiritual counselor open to discussing matters of sexuality and regards sexuality as part of a healthy relationship. Sexuality and everyday matters are given a profound spiritual significance. Thomas also shows a great deal of humor about the types...

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Focusing on something outside of one's self can heal a couple. Too many marriages fail because people enter them with a 'what's in it for me' philosophy than a spirit of self-sacrifice. A sacrifice means a 'cost' to one's ego, and an acknowledgement that the 'better or for worse' of the marriage vow means just that -- staying together through bad times as well as good times. Focusing on eternal faith makes mortal problems seem small, and engaging in communication is just as important as engaging in prayer (Thomas 185). The humble acts of human engagement, self-sacrifice, and letting go of one's ego make a good marriage, and also make a good Christian: and it is essential that both husband and wife make a commitment to honoring these ideals, and that both partners take equal responsibility for making their marriage mean more than fulfilling individual needs.
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