The Bible says, “Rejoice in the wife of your youth” (Proverbs 5:18).
I have been rejoicing in the wife of my youth for 40 years now. On February 26, 1983, Beth and I were married. That’s a long time ago.
- Reagan was President.
- Dallas was the #1 TV show.
- Gas was $1.16 per gallon.
- Cabbage Patch Dolls were the rage.
- The first mobile phone was introduced.
Since we said, “I do,” 40 years ago, a lot has changed. I have had one son, 80 kidney stones, and one heart attack. I have pastored three churches, earned four degrees, and moved five times.
But through it all, there has been one constant in my life – my incredible wife. She is my best friend, my biggest fan, and my soulmate.
I can’t imagine doing life – or recovery – without her.
Recovery Step: Rejoice with the wife of your youth.
Author: Mark Denison
Mark and Beth Denison, married for 36 years, launched There’s Still Hope as a national movement to call men and women into lives of sexual integrity. Their ministry offers 90-day recovery plans for addicts and one-on-one and group coaching for addicts and their spouses. TSH also produces resources for pastors and churches to confront the porn epidemic that is destroying so many lives.
Dr. Denison was a senior pastor for over 30 years, NBA chaplain, and board chairman at Houston Baptist University three times. With a Master’s Degree in Addiction Recovery, Mark is a certified PSAP and active member of the American Association of Christian Counselors.
Mark has written four books on recovery: Porn in the Pew, 365 Days to Sexual Integrity, A 90-Day Recovery Guide, and 40 Days to Porn-Free Living. His latest book, Jesus on the 12 Steps, will be released later this year.
