Today you get a glimpse, just a few moments - 10 to be precise - of a happy marriage. These are moments you can recreate in your marriage that, if you put into practice daily, will help your relationship grow exponentially. Start the day praying for your marriage. Say, "Good morning (insert affectionate term here), … Continue reading One Day in a Happy Marriage
Author: Scott McCown
How to Be a Poor Parent
In no particular order other than the way I wrote them down, here are ten tips on How to be a Poor Parent. This is said with my tongue firmly implanted in my cheek. Give your children everything they want. Never, Never, ever tell your children, "No." Put your children before your spouse. Do not … Continue reading How to Be a Poor Parent
Marriage Monday – A Short Post
In August of 1989 I was looking forward to August 12. That Saturday I would marry my best friend. (We are still married and still best friends.) As the day neared my father offered me some advice, advice that I share with young couples who are planning to marry. Advice I gladly share with you. … Continue reading Marriage Monday – A Short Post
Nehemiah and Leadership
While studying for tonight's class on Nehemiah, I came across these notes on my iPad from a sermon by Jim Faughn on April 17 of this year Great stuff here! Jim Faughn, Blackwater-Macedonia CofC. 1. Character- Nehemiah was cupbearer to thnking, a entrusted and honored position. 2. Compassion - he showed Concern over Jerusalem, he … Continue reading Nehemiah and Leadership
A-Parently So
Apparently, some parents are not parenting. Apparently, some think parenting is the same as having offspring. Apparently, some parents want to be their child's best friend and not their guide. Apparently, some children have never heard the word, "no" and consequently rule the home. Apparently, some children receive little if any training in the discipline … Continue reading A-Parently So
Books on Marriage
When asked to perform a wedding ceremony, I first meet with the couple for an hour or so one day a week for about a month. During that time we talk about their upcoming wedding and more importantly their marriage. My goal is to give them the tools they need to have a successful marriage. … Continue reading Books on Marriage
I AM!
In John’s account of the gospel, there are a number of times Christ describes Himself with “I AM”s. You can be, He is saying, because I AM. John 14:10-11. "I am in the Father." Jesus is God (John 8:24 - I am HE). He is the Word that was in the beginning with God and … Continue reading I AM!
Parenting a Christian Home
This week we are fortunate to be sitting at the feet of a great speaker and student of God. Sammy Jones of Freed-Hardeman University is presenting a series of lessons at Parrish Church of Christ that deal with the overall theme of Christianity 24/7. WOW! The lessons are practical and hit me right where I … Continue reading Parenting a Christian Home
More on Marriage
Is there a secret to a long marriage? Is there one thing that is most important? The short answer is "No." However, there are a few things that every marriage needs to work out. One that is a priority is communication. Most of us know how to talk. Most of us can hear. The exception … Continue reading More on Marriage
Friendship – David and Jonathan
Allow me to begin with some quotes about friendship I found somewhere through the years. So long ago that the source is lost - my apologies to the original compiler. Anyone can stand by you when you are right, but a friend will stand by you even when are wrong. A simple friend identifies himself … Continue reading Friendship – David and Jonathan
Driving Thought 