The role of a husband in marriage is important, but what do you think is the primary role of a husband? Read Ephesians 5:21-33 before you answer this week’s poll question (New Living Translation): Spirit-Guided Relationships: Wives and Husbands 21 And further, submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. 22 For wives, this [...]
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How to be happy
One of the issues we find over and over again in our Marriage Restoration Intensive program is that individuals in marriage really, really want to be happy. The problem is, however, that they tend to believe happiness is somewhere out there, and more than likely, not in their marriage. They believe if they could only [...]
What's your favorite family bonding memory?
It’s not every day you’re reminded of the “good ole days”. But while doing some things on Facebook, I ran across this old photo of my family during one of our many camping trips. Michael is sitting to my right, and I’m not sure what his look is trying to say, and a dear friend [...]
God's bit and bridal
God has designed a special “bit and bridal” for mankind to place in his mouth and allow God, through Christ’s words, to control which direction he moves. It’s just like a horse being tamed. When I place the bit in my mouth, I agree with God that His ways are higher than mine and His [...]
The DNA of Relationships: You were created to love – Part 4
The other day, I received a letter from a young man who had gotten back together with his girlfriend after a difficult conflict and a terrible fight. Eric had been working through some things at our counseling centers, and it apparently had helped him and his girlfriend, and they got back together. Eric’s closing sentence [...]
The Secrets to a Secure Marriage
Studies have shown various stages of love such as—the delight of infatuation, the challenge of post-rapture, the excitement of discovery, or the blessings of connection. No matter what stage of love you are in the key to dealing with the inevitable changes inherent in each is to focus on creating a secure environment for your [...]
My wife has fallen out of love with me – now what?
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The one question that can change everything
“What do you need…right now…to feel loved…to know you’re number one…?†Ezra 7:28 (Those who honor God will be honored; the same is true with earthly relationships) “And praise him for demonstrating such unfailing love to me by honoring me before the king, his council, and all his mighty princes! I felt encouraged because the [...]
How Can The Recession Increase Your Chances Of Love?
How Can The Recession Increase Your Chances Of Love? | Best Syndication The economic downturn of recent times has affected many individuals. However, as it turns out, this is a great time to look for love. Over the past few months there has been a surge in numbers of people signing up to online dating [...]
"Stripping your way to success" – Is this what Hollywood really wants to portray?
I came across this article in the Wall Street Journal and it truly upset me: On Sunday night, actress Marisa Tomei could take home an Academy Award for her portrayal of a kind-hearted stripper in the critically acclaimed film “The Wrestler.” In a tradition that dates as far back as the Oscar show itself, Ms. [...]