What does your partner really do for a living?

One crucial aspect every single person should pay attention to is the career path of the person they are considering for marriage. It is essential to understand the demands and requirements of your partner’s profession, as well as the benefits and challenges it may pose to your unique personality and deepest desires for a life partner.

I have heard some married individuals lament that their marriage is not what they had envisioned, primarily due to the demands of their spouse’s career in terms of time and energy. Many may have been swept away by the glamour or the excitement of getting married without fully considering the realities of their partner’s profession.

If you admire the prestige and benefits of your partner’s career or calling, you must also be prepared to handle its downsides. Whether in entertainment, media, show business, politics, science, medicine, the clergy, or even as a stay-at-home partner, every profession has its rewards, advantages, and challenges. It is wise to consider both sides before choosing a life partner.

Moreover, some individuals engage in illicit affairs with their employers or superiors to secure their job stability and career advancement. However, such relationships may not be something they wish to continue after marriage. The fallout from ending these affairs can have severe consequences, including sudden job loss. Naturally, they may not disclose the real reason their employment was abruptly terminated after marriage.

A few years ago, I had a conversation with a young lady who shared the story of her brother’s failed marriage, which lasted less than a year. His wife had relied on multiple workplace affairs to secure her job. Once married, she could no longer continue these relationships and was dismissed by her employer. This dealt a heavy blow to the family’s finances, and eventually, the financial strain led to the collapse of their marriage.

It is vital to be certain about what you and your fiancé, fiancée, or partner do for a living. Ensure that your sources of income are legitimate and free from negative or immoral entanglements so that your livelihood does not come to an abrupt end simply because you decided to get married.

The complexities of modern life run deep. Many people keep dark secrets from the very partner they claim to love and intend to marry. This is why it is crucial to seek divine guidance by making the Holy Spirit your companion in life and relationships. God knows everything about your partner, including what even a decade of dating may not reveal. If you sincerely seek His guidance and remain attentive, He will show you what you need to know.

Be vigilant, observant, and above all, invite God into your relationship to avoid unnecessary heartbreaks and preventable emotional trauma.

Do you feel me?

By Sharoneez Emephia