GUEST POST by Chris and Stephanie of Out of the Dust Do you feel like your marriage is so far gone--so messed up...so damaged...so dead--that even God Himself couldn't resurrect it? Chris and Stephanie have been there, but their story didn't... Read more
I just finished watching an interesting movie called The Founder, the story behind Ray Kroc building the McDonald's restaurant franchise. Though this movie is primarily centered around the business side of things, it also has a lot to say about... Read more
I love that old John Mayer song "Say What You Need to Say". It's so simple and true. Why is it that we often hold back from really saying all the things we need to say until something bad happens... Read more
Over the years, Dave and I have squabbled over some really silly things. And, it was a BIG waste of our time and energy. We talk to so many couples who also struggle with this, and over time, it can... Read more
I HATE the terms "ol' ball and chain" or "my old man." They're not loving at all, and they certainly don't sound exciting. It's terms like these that perpetuate the assumption that a marriage gets more boring with time. In... Read more
Nobody likes a nag. Nobody. So, why do so many of us struggle with nagging our spouse? And, contrary to popular belief, it's NOT just wives who struggle with this. Nagging is toxic epidemic in marriages today, and there are... Read more
Whenever I feel like I am struggling as a parent (which is A LOT, to be honest), I love to find a good book on the subject. Over the years of raising our four boys, I have found myself using... Read more
A few months ago, my husband had the amazing opportunity to travel to Israel for 10 days with some awesome Christian leaders, speakers, musicians, and athletes. It was truly one of those “once-in-a-lifetime” opportunities. I was invited to go too, but I didn’t feel like it was the right time for both of us to go clear across the world with such young kiddos at home. So, I encouraged Dave to go alone this time, and he did. The other... Read more
Life can be tough at times--not one of us is immune to it. Sometimes, those difficult circumstances can bring out the worst in our marriage. In fact, statistics show a high divorce rate for couples who experience heartbreaking tragedies such... Read more
GUEST POST by Christan Barnett I’ve been drained lately. I just feel at the end of myself, which is likely right where God wants me. Nevertheless, its painful, scary and uncomfortable to say the least. This morning I was sitting reading in Lamentations. I had forgotten how much I love this book of the Bible. The author of Lamentations officially remains nameless to my understanding, but many believe it was Jeremiah. In Hebrew Lamentations means “how”. I’ve often asked God,... Read more
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