1. Time - Spend time together. Time just for the two of you. Make the time of your marriage las for years. 2. Talk - The greatest three words in marriage are "I Love You.". There are five other important words, "Tell me about your day." 3. Touch - Hold hands like you are … Continue reading Eight “T”s to Successful Marriage
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Dangers of Pre-Marital Sexual Intimacy
Tuesday I attended a lecture on "Marriage is Honorable" given by Ed Smith of Amridge University. In discussing the honor and place of marriage and sexual intimacy in marriage he gave a brief outline of five dangers of such intimacy outside of marriage. Here is his outline: Premarital sexual intimacy is COUNTERFEIT LOVE. It will … Continue reading Dangers of Pre-Marital Sexual Intimacy
No Competition
Competition Hello, my name is Scott, I am a recovering competitor. . . Competition is addictive. Competition drives the American business model. Competition runs deep in the heart and soul of many people. Can you finish this jingle from years gone by, "My dog's better than your dog . . ." I admit, wholeheartedly that … Continue reading No Competition
Being a Better Dad!
On July 25, 1997 my life changed! The change was immediate and long lasting. I am who I am today partly because of the events on that day. That day 14 1/2 years ago our son entered the world. A few days later we left the hospital to begin life as new parents in our … Continue reading Being a Better Dad!
Happy Wednesday
Most of us complain about Mondays or the first day back to work after a holiday. I would guess that is the case for one or two reasons: 1) we like time to do what we want to do, even if that is nothing, or 2) we like the extra time we are able to … Continue reading Happy Wednesday
Five “L’s” of Marriage
I recently ran across an old sermon outline in my files. The file simply listed the five "L's" of Marriage. Here are those five points: 1. Learn. Learn God's will for marriage. Learn about the the other person. Learn the uniqueness of your relationship. 2. Let. Let your spouse be who they are. That is … Continue reading Five “L’s” of Marriage
Warning! This is a Reaction!
I suppose I am naive. I suppose, this is something expected. But I did not see this coming, I did not expect this, especially from the source, but then again . . . This morning on GMA there was a story about Pat Robertson's answer to a question sent in by a viewer this aired … Continue reading Warning! This is a Reaction!
It was worth what?!
From the files labeled, OOPS! Mr. Whetstine bought a "stone" from and amateur rock-hound at an Arizona mineral show for &10.00. The rock turned out to be a sapphire, and not just any sapphire, but the "World's Largest" sapphire. An appraisal in 1986 valued the stone to be worth as much as $2.28 million (Snopes.com … Continue reading It was worth what?!
Have You Told Them You Love Them?
Just this past week, Amy and I both read Dr. Gary Chapman's book, The Five Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts. Many people are recommending this book, and now I understand why. In our 22 years of marriage (08.12.1989 to the present) some of our friends' marriages struggled to live in love and … Continue reading Have You Told Them You Love Them?
Attacks Against Our Homes
Yesterday evening (Tuesday) we had the next to last of our mid-week Summer Series at Parrish Church of Christ. Chuck Webster, from Hoover, spoke with us about the things that attack our families. His message was just what the leaders here hoped it would be. What follows are his points: 1. ME. I am the … Continue reading Attacks Against Our Homes
Driving Thought 