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What respect does and does not mean in marriage

Most of us know at least some of the lyrics from Aretha Franklin’s 1967 hit song, “Respect.” In fact, just reading the song title...


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Tags: Divorce, Faith, Relationship,

In sickness and health: the power of a grace-based marriage

My husband and I recently attended the wedding of a young couple who are very dear to us. As I listened to them make their vows,...


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Tags: Money, Parenting, Faith,

How to improve your marriage without talking about it

Are you a person who makes decisions quickly? Do you respond in conversation with the first thought that pops into your head? Do...


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Why couples drift apart and how to overcome it

As a mother of four children born within six years, I often heard a question that started like this: “Mom, where is my…?” Almost...


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Tags: Divorce, Parenting, Faith,

Living sacrifices: learning how to serve your spouse

Therefore, brothers and sisters, in view of the mercies of God, I urge you to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy...


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Tags: Divorce, Ministry, Parenting,

Merry Christmas, Darling! Fun questions to ask your spouse this holiday

Whenever my husband and I attend a Grace Marriage session, our favorite lessons are the ones that involve a quiz about our...


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Tags: Divorce, Ministry, Parenting,

Loved people love people: the power of forgiveness in marriage

“Hurt people hurt people.” Most of us have heard this phrase before, and its meaning is pretty clear. When someone has unresolved...


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How to save your marriage: ask this vital question

Maybe your marriage doesn't quite need "saving". But, there’s a phrase that Dr. Phil coined—or at least popularized—that's a good...


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Tags: Money, Divorce, Faith,

How to stay married during a pandemic

These are some trying times we’re living in. No one could have predicted that we’d all be working remotely, wearing masks in...


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Marriage advice for newlyweds: you married three people.

I have been to many weddings officiated by my childhood preacher, and he always admonished the couple with these words: “Today,...


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