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Male Leadership (Aligning The Head of the Family With The Rest Of The Body)
There is a lot of pressure in marriages on men to be the leader and on women to be submissive to their husband’s authority. Both wives and husbands can struggle with what this really should look like and it can lead to pointing fingers toward who isn’t doing their job well enough. Let’s take the pressure off and help everyone live up to the way God designed them.
Unity in Marriage (And Unity In The Church)
Unity. It’s what we’re told marriage is about. Two becoming one. But what does that mean? Agreement? Intimacy? Togetherness? Find out how we do a disservice to our marriage and the body of Christ when we get this wrong.
Boundaries Aren’t Working? Here’s Why (And What To Do About It)
Have you tried to set boundaries with your spouse and, rather than getting cooperation or change, you get apathy or resistance? If your boundaries aren’t working, here’s why - and what to do about it.
8 Tips For Dealing With Unmet Expectations
One of the most frustrating things about a relationship is unmet expectations - when you expect your spouse to behave a certain way, and he/she doesn’t do what you expect. Here are 8 tips for how to deal with unmet expectations.
Marriage God's Way
What does it mean to do marriage God’s way? God is patient, gracious, kind, merciful, forgiving, loving, and compassionate, but there is so much more to being transformed into the image of Christ in your marriage than those “feel good” characteristics.
Submission and the Heart of God
While many declarations have been made on the concept of submission, this article provides a fresh perspective on the word “submit” in the context of the character of God, providing a perspective to free those who are bound to the suffocating legalism that often accompanies the concept of submission in an unhealthy marriage.
5 Signs That Your Relationship Is In Bigger Trouble Than You Thought
There are some obvious signs that a relationship is in trouble: A spouse having an affair, physical abuse, alcohol or drug addiction, or pornography use - but what if none of those are present and there’s still a sense that you’re stuck? See if you’re experiencing any of these 5 signs that your relationship is in bigger trouble than you thought.
For Men Only (Relationship Help For Husbands)
Are you a husband wanting desperately to do right by your wife and be a godly man? Men who want to improve their relationship approach their role very differently than their female counterparts (and for good reason - their role is different!). If you’re a man who is needing someone to understand your unique challenges, this article is for you.
How To Live In A Narcissistic Relationship
It is possible to live peaceably with a narcissist. Here are 5 changes you can make in order to stay together.
The Best Gift Your Spouse Can Give You
Have you ever approached a holiday, occasion, or celebratory day and thought “All I want is for this day to feel special and not end with someone being upset”? Sometimes the best gift you can get from your spouse on a special occasion is something that isn’t tangible. Here are some ideas to help you get what you really want.
How God Used Narcissists In The Bible (And Will Your Marriage To a Narcissist Last?)
Have you wondered how your marriage to someone with narcissistic traits is going to work out? What did God do with narcissists in the Bible? Find out how God uses the difficult people in our lives to show us how rich his love for us is.
When The Love Languages Fail (And Love And Respect Isn't Helping)
Books like the 5 Love Languages, Love and Respect, For Women Only, and His Needs Her Needs aren’t for everybody. If you’re been hoping that a relationship book will make things better and it hasn’t, here’s why - and what to do about it.
If You Think Your Spouse Is Changing, Here’s How To Know
So often I hear people say that they are seeing changes in their spouse. Slow down. Not so fast. When you think that someone is changing, here are some things to watch for.
Living With A Narcissist (A Journey From Darkness To Light)
Living with a narcissist involves a lot of trauma and drama. But it doesn’t have to. Here is one woman’s story of how she learned to live with a narcissist.
How To Prevent Your Child From Becoming A Narcissist (Even If They Are Being Raised By One)
I get this question a lot: My child’s other parent is a narcissist, and I’m starting to see some of that parent’s traits in my child - how can I help my child avoid becoming a narcissist? The answer is surprisingly simple. Let's take a look.
Will God Ever Change My Spouse? (I've Been Praying For So Long)
Have you prayed for your marriage? Have you asked God to make your husband the man you know he should be? I’m sure you have. If you’re wondering when God will respond to your prayers, here’s when . . .
Are You Suffering For Doing Good? (Or Are You Suffering For Tolerating Wrong?)
It’s really hard to feel verbally and emotionally beaten down every day and still count it all joy no matter how you are treated. The Bible says that it’s commendable to suffer for doing good, but it’s really hard to endure. So let’s look at what it really means to suffer for doing good.
Are You A Peacemaker or a Peacekeeper?
Do you avoid conflict? You let others have their way just so that there’s peace? And yet there is no peace. That’s because you’re trying to KEEP the peace instead of MAKING peace. Don’t miss this key distinction to create peace in your relationship.
A Time For Everything (Encouragement For Where You Are)
Find encouragement through these difficult times with this beautiful, heartfelt devotion to God based on Ecclesiastes chapter 3.
This Just Might Be The Solution To Your Anxiety Once And For All
Need help with your anxiety symptoms? This article has some tips, but it also gets to the deeper problems that, if solved, can provide a permanent remedy for anxiety.