In-Laws Or Out-Laws?

As a married ministry leader, you may be blessed with some great in-laws. You may not. Dr. Les Parrott says in The Control Freak:

"While some blessed couples couldn't be happier with their in-laws, the majority of couples feel their in-laws are outlaws. And the number one complaint is over-controlling behavior."

How you deal with your in-laws will have an impact on your marriage. And the strength or weakness of your marriage will have an impact on how you are able to minister to others.

Take advantage of the website, Real Relationships, on the topic of in-laws. Les and Leslie Parrott answer questions in online video format. Here is a sampling of just a few questions they address:

"My husband does not like my family and now I dread all family functions because he mostly sits like a bump on a log when we're with them. Should we just not attend or should I go alone?"

"My wife does not get along with my mom. My mom isn't perfect but she isn't as bad as my wife thinks she is too. I am caught in the middle. Can I step out and refuse to referee their arguments?"

"My in-laws are very sweet people and I appreciate all their kindness, but sometimes they become so involved in our lives that it drives me nuts. What can I do when my in-laws smother us?"

To check out the entire list of questions CLICK HERE

Take a good hard look at the impact of in-laws on your marriage. Address these concerns with sound, biblical advice and you'll be Serving Strong!

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