Author Archives: RichWildman

Whatever Works

During our separation, but also even now in striving to maintain and improve our marriage, I have come to the conclusion that I need to take all that I am learning and figure out what works for our marriage to … Continue reading

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Devotions: What Scriptures Do You Know?

Last night for our devotions we each shared scripture from memory. We realize that there could come a time in our lives either in this nation or traveling to another nation that we might not have access to our Bibles, … Continue reading

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Love Never Fails

During our separation I often reminded myself of 1 Cor 13:8 (NIV) – Love never fails. Over and over I asked myself what is the loving thing to do in this situation today with Sharon – whether we were together, … Continue reading

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Top Couples Therapy Advice Blogs

I thought this was an interesting list of  couples therapy advice blogs. Some are Christian, some secular. I have not had time to review every one, but I see several that I do respect. http://www.mastersinpsychology.net/making-it-work-top-25-couples-therapy-advice-blogs

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Elephant in Room Divorce Article

I thought this was a good article in a secular publication asking some very insightful questions about our divorce culture. Even in the church I am afraid that at least some people haven’t asked these questions enough to themselves before … Continue reading

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Do Something!

We often teach struggling couples new communication tools to help with their marriage. Our training method is very interactive – we model the tool and then have them practice it themselves. They often report that what we taught them was … Continue reading

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Practical Considerations for Wedding Ring During Separation

I know I have heavily emphasized wearing your wedding ring during separation and I do strongly believe that is important, however, I realize that there are practical considerations where some may not believe that is best to do 24/7. For … Continue reading

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Bumps in the Road after Reconciliation

By God’s grace we had a dramatic reconciliation after a 16-month separation. At that time, just like honeymoon time after our wedding, it seemed like nothing in the  past would hold us back. Well, from time to time some of … Continue reading

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Love is?

I just read the other day that love is commitment. In pop culture love is a feeling as portrayed in movies and song. I got to thinking more deeply about the Biblical view of love. I am not a Greek … Continue reading

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Divorce Waiting Period

I know some states impose a waiting period for getting a divorce. My encouragement is that if you are in a state with a waiting period and your spouse wants out of your marriage, take that waiting period and make … Continue reading

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