Conflict. Conflict is a part of marriage. Conflict is natural and will happen. Couples that think they will never argue are in for great disappointment. What is more important that whether we have conflict or not is how we resolve conflict when it arises. Below are six (6) steps that help married couples move toward resolution: … Continue reading Solving Problems in Marriage
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Dealing with Conflict
Last week, we wrote about the inevitability of conflict in marriage. If conflict is two objects or people trying to occupy the same space at the same time, then marriage is conflict. Since conflict is a part of our marriage relationship, how can we best handle conflict? Learn to Adapt. To adapt is the ability to change your own behavior … Continue reading Dealing with Conflict
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
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
Choosing a Spouse
A couple of weeks ago, someone commented that they would like to see a post about choosing a spouse. I'll take the bait and see what happens. I should start by saying I did not have a lot of "girlfriends," that is to say, there were not a lot that I dated more than one … Continue reading Choosing a Spouse
Marriage and Communication
Time for Marriage Monday and another post about Making Marriage Work. Last time we looked at celebrating the differences that we have with our spouses. That was good advice (if I do say so myself) but you cannot adjust to differences if you do not communicate them. I am certain that what I share today … Continue reading Marriage and Communication
How to Stay Married pt 5
This is our fifth and final installment in the How To Stay Married series. We will still look at marriage on Mondays for a while, but will change the title and focus. Last week we looked at the need to commit to a permanent relationship in marriage. This week I want you to see that … Continue reading How to Stay Married pt 5
How to Stay Married Pt 4
This fourth installment on this series is short and to the point. If you want a life-long lasting marriage, you Must Commit to Your Marriage as Permanent! Jesus' statement on marriage in Matt 19:9-12 makes marriage sound very permanent, And I say to you: whoever divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, and marries another, commits … Continue reading How to Stay Married Pt 4
How to Stay Married Pt 3
Part One - Coping with Change: Part Two - Accepting what will not Change: Part Three - Learning to Express Affection and Appreciation. Couples who want to make their marriages survive will strive to interject life into their relationship. They remain involved in each other's lives. They are the best of friends and communicate regularly. … Continue reading How to Stay Married Pt 3
How to Stay Married Pt 2
Last week we looked at staying married by being aware of and learning to cope with change - that post is HERE. Now for this week's Marriage Matters Monday . . . The was a young minister who was about to perform his first wedding ceremony. He asked the advice of an older preacher, "What … Continue reading How to Stay Married Pt 2
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