Marriage communication isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress. Sometimes, it starts with simply acknowledging that there’s room to grow. Humor helps, too. Conversations that might feel tense can become lighter when we’re willing to laugh together...
I have the honor of officiating a wedding today. It’s a moment that reminds me of the power and significance of the vows we make to one another. Those words exchanged at the altar aren’t just a tradition; they’re containers—holding promises we commit...
I heard a preacher say, "Marriage is designed to kill you before it blesses you."If that's so, the question becomes, can you die enough to get blessed?Marriage is meant to shape you, not just make you happy. It reveals parts of yourself you'd rather...
In every marriage, husbands are called to treasure their wives, and wives are called to respect their husbands. It’s a simple truth, but it makes all the difference. The question is: who goes first?The answer is—you do! Whether you're a husband...
You likely know that one of the most critical factors in a successful marriage is effective communication. Many couples believe they are good at talking to each other, but true communication goes beyond just words—it’s about understanding, empathy, a...
, how long does it take for you and your mate to recover after a disagreement, fight, or argument?A few minutes? A few hours? A few days? A week?Whatever the current time is, consider what YOU can do to cut it in half.For what reason?So much is possi...
Thursday night I officiated a wedding, and talked about marriage by referencing something that happened when I went to the bride's house for premarital counseling with her and her fiancé:When the counseling session was over and I was about to leave,...
Hi, ,What if your spouse never stops doing that thing that isn't ... ☐ unethical ☐ immoral ☐ sinful ☐ nor unbiblicalBUT, that thing ... ☐ annoys you ☐ drives you crazy ☐ and keeps happening despite your pleas that it st...
Don't go looking for dirt on your spouse.If it's there, it will appear. It always will.At the same time, don't willfully turn a blind eye to evidence that suggests something untoward is going on.As you can see, there's the fine line to walk:Trust tha...
I drove down a recently repaired road a couple of days ago. Actually, they're still doing a little bit of work on it, but the bulk of the repair is done. As I was riding on the even, smooth asphalt, I considered how much of a hassle it was to drive o...
