I’ve been married for over 31 years and while we’ve had our ups and downs, it’s certainly better than average. Once I learned biblical truths about marriage, my entire view of marriage shifted. I realized that marriage is more than me and him…it’s about God. Knowing that God cares about …
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Long distance relationships are not for the faint of heart. As someone who experienced a long distance marriage for five years, I understand the emotional rollercoaster that comes with it—the joy of video calls, the longing during the long periods of time apart, and the challenge of maintaining a deep …
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When I was single I thought I’d never find the right person. Everyone said my future husband was out there, but I had no idea where he was. As a single woman, I felt like I stood out in a world of married people. Two guys I dated were great, …
In the beginning… When we first meet our spouse, it’s easy to talk. We talk about everything! Nothing is off limits. But then life…work, kids, in-laws, aging parents, sports, parent-teacher conferences, meals, housekeeping…the list is endless. Healthy relationships are characterized by meaningful conversations. A good conversation is one in which …
I’ve been married for over 30 years, and I understand that struggle is part of the process sometimes. Seasons come and go and everyone changes. Prayer has been an integral part of our success. Introduction Prayers for a couple struggling are vital for hope and encouragement, especially during a difficult …
When we say hurtful things We’ve all had moments when we say hurtful words to the people we love the most. In a close relationship—whether with family members, romantic partners, or even close friends—words can cut deeper than we ever intend. It’s a painful reality that in our most intimate …
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The problem Keeping our kids occupied. This can be a challenge! I’m excited about today’s post because it focuses on one of my best ideas as a parent. Like most of you, I didn’t want my kids to be glued to a device all the time, especially when we were …
Most kids are back at college now. That means the novelty of new roommates has worn off and conflicts are starting to arise. Most people want a successful college roommate experience. College Roommate Experiences I went to two different colleges. At the first one, I had two roommates over two …
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Life is so busy that I can easily lose sight of what my bigger purpose is in my marriage and living with intentionality. I lose track of doing things on purpose in my marriage, instead of just flying by the seat of my pants. It’s easy to forget that our …
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Sometimes it’s Tough to be Nice I’m embarrassed to say that far too often I respond with frustration and irritation to my husband instead of with love and kindness. I want to be nicer to my husband, but sometimes it’s just difficult. In the hustle and bustle of daily life, …
