Recently, Amy and I got caught. We did not know someone was watching. We really did not even consider that someone might be watching. We only found out when Alice told us. She came up to us after Bible classes a day or so later , "There they are!" she said. "My two sweethearts. I saw … Continue reading You Never Know
Marriage Monday
Solving Problems in Marriage
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
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
Marriage Matters Monday: Conflict is Real
Conflict happens. Conflict is a natural part of two lives joining together. A classic definition of conflict is two objects (people) trying to occupy the same space at the same time. That sounds like marriage to me. Imagine to small rivers flowing down the sides of opposite mountains toward a common ravine. As you see … Continue reading Marriage Matters Monday: Conflict is Real
One Day in a Happy Marriage
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
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
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
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 Monday – Giving a Blessing
Numbers 6:24 - 26 contains "The Priestly Blessing" that Aaron and his sons and all the priests that followed were to bestow on the people. Many wedding ceremonies contain this blessing for the couple, "The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; … Continue reading Marriage Monday – Giving a Blessing
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
Driving Thought 