Last week we talked about legitimate jealousy, a righteous and protective emotion that all married people will eventually feel. When time, energy, and/or resources that rightfully belong to us are given by our spouse to someone else (or something else), legitimate jealousy is a valid response. In fact, in Exodus 34:14, even God proclaimed that this type of jealousy is part of his character. But legitimate jealousy often doesn’t arise in a marriage for several years. All the way to... Read more
Jimmy Evans discusses the proven warning signs that can lead to a divorce. By recognizing these symptoms, you can have a lasting marriage and end the devastation of divorce for you and your family. Read more
Jimmy and Karen share how to experience real sexual intimacy and fulfillment in marriage. They discuss the real sexual issues husbands and wives are facing and how to achieve mutual pleasure. Read more
Jimmy Evans discusses the important needs of every man. More than anything men need honor and respect. Men want to spend their time wherever they receive the most honor whether it’s at home or work. Read more
Why does our marriage exist? That’s probably not a question you and your spouse ask yourselves very often, but maybe you should. What is our purpose? Why are we married? The truth is that God has a greater purpose, not just for our lives, but also for our marriages. Every great marriage exists for a reason greater than itself, and that reason is God. Every great marriage is about God. Understanding this—that our marriage has a purpose higher than ourselves—creates... Read more
When we get married, sex seals the covenant of our marriage. Check out this video from Jimmy Evans to learn more about God’s intention for sex in marriage. Read more
We’ve talked in weeks past about the common barriers hindering the pursuit of sexual satisfaction in marriage. Some—like physical exhaustion—are easy to identify. But others may be more subtle. One major barrier is spiritual. Many people operate on the belief that sex is the devil’s territory and not God’s. They have a misconception about sex, thinking that enjoying it is somehow dirty or wrong. As if a person can’t be spiritual and sexual at the same time! I disagree wholeheartedly... Read more
Once I counseled a man who was raised in a “hellfire-and-brimstone” preaching church. As a child he lived in insecurity and the fear of eternal punishment, hearing from his pastor and parents how he failed to meet God’s standards. He grew up thinking his eternal security was tied to obedience and a holy lifestyle. You can guess what happened: As an adult, this man lived in constant insecurity. He became harsh and demanding. His wife described him to me as... Read more
A few years back, I agreed to appear as a guest on a secular television program. Minutes before going on the air, a producer pulled me aside. “By the way, Pastor Evans,” she said, “would you mind not mentioning God?” “Excuse me?” I asked. I wasn’t sure I heard her right. “I understand that you’re a pastor,” she said. “But a lot of our viewers might be put off by religion, so we’d appreciate it if you didn’t mention God.”... Read more
Imagine walking along with your husband or wife, when suddenly a stranger walks up and starts trying to seduce your spouse. Right there in public, someone is trying to steal your husband or wife from you! How do you feel? You feel angry. You feel violated. You feel humiliated. You want to fight! The core emotion fueling that response is jealousy. You’d also feel it if someone wanted to kidnap your child. We often think of jealousy in a negative... Read more
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