The isolation of ministry couples can leave mates lonely and frustrated. False intimacy becomes attractive because it makes less demand than an authentic relationship. Time together is essential. Business or ministry failure . Failure is a relative term and is often determined by perception rather than fact.
Failure can leave a pastor devastated and emotionally empty.
The intoxication of success can subtlety demand more and more time. Neglect of family and complicated relationships can be the result of ministry successes. Married too young . Immaturity can leave a pastoral couple totally unprepared for the challenges of ministry. Defeat and discouragement can destroy a marriage.