We Above Me: Understanding the Biblical Link Between Love and Needs for a Unified Marriage

Watching my parents’ marriage crumble before my eyes, I assumed failed relationships were the norm. Cheri was always looking for other people’s approval, and when she didn’t receive it, her self confidence plummeted. Allowing her circumstances to dictate her happiness led her to believe that happiness was something she couldn’t find. We have lived through Godless marriages and have experienced first hand the devastation of broken relationships. We were married in 2005, when two broken families became one by the grace of God.

A majority of people today have no hope in “happily ever after” when it comes to marriage. Although they want to find that person, past experience and historical statistics don’t inspire confidence. With more than 50% of marriages ending in divorce, and children growing up in broken families, is it any wonder that people have no faith in the institution of marriage?

But there is hope!

God created a man and a woman to be unified in holy matrimony, and His Word - the Bible, has many things to say about how a couple can find “happily ever after” and have a joy-filled, thriving marriage. Inside you will find the foundational guidance to successful marriage and a triumphant relationship with your spouse.

Eric and Cheri have lived through Godless marriages and have experienced firsthand the devastation of broken relationships. They serve together at Rosedale Baptist Church for the past 11 years, ministering to those about to be married and those needing martial support and counseling.

In 1997, Scott Tewell answered God's call to pastor Rosedale Baptist Church. Pastor Tewell and his wife, Charlene, have been used greatly by the Lord. Because of their willingness to serve, sacrifice, and lead, many souls have been saved and lives changed, numerous ministries and outreach programs have been established, and nearly 1,800 people now call Rosedale Baptist Church "Home". Pastor Tewell firmly believes in chapter-by-chapter, verse by verse preaching and teaching of the Bible. During Pastor Tewell's first 15 years at Rosedale, he preached through the entire 66 books of the Bible and is currently preaching through the Bible a second time. Rosedale exists to proclaim the Word of God both in the Baltimore community as well as globally. Pastor Tewell and Charlene live in Maryland and have two children and a daughter-in-law: Stephen (Alexandra) and Hannah.