Category Archives: Marriage
Three Men on Marriage
Don Carson, Tim Keller and John Piper have all been married over 35 years and are respected Bible teachers. This is a fascinating interview. Piper made a great point that it is the covenant that sustains the love in marriage. … Continue reading
Separation and Reconciliation are Just Hard
I had an opportunity the other day to review many of the emails, letters, and psychological tests from the time of our separation. I could see where both of us in our own time and way honestly and intensely sought … Continue reading
Being Mindful of One Another
In the past I’ve talked about being thankful and using a daily thankful journal to remember all of God’s goodness to us. The couple in this article has learned to be mindful and grateful for the things they do for … Continue reading
Secrets to a Long Marriage
I have mentioned before about a study that had shown a group of couples who were unhappy in their marriages and were resurveyed five years later. The ones who stayed together were happier over all than the ones who divorced. … Continue reading
Overcoming the “She’s Done” Crowd
One of my struggles during our separation were the well meaning people around me who were trying to convince me that “Sharon’s done” or “It’s over” and encouraging me in subtle ways to quietly accept that, give her a dissolution, … Continue reading
Are You Encountering Rapids?
The hubby and I went to breakfast this morning after church. We went to Clifton Mill and were able to watch the water wheel for the mill running and gushing water and the Little Miami River rushing by. Rushing being … Continue reading
New OWN Show – Unfaithful: Stories of Betrayal
There is a new TV show called “Unfaithful”. The series premier is here http://www.oprah.com/own-unfaithful/Unfaithful-Stories-of-Betrayal-Series-Premiere. There are also many clips from other episodes at the same site. The premise of the show is that an actual couple talks about the background … Continue reading
Marriage Resources
This is a great list of marriage resources. Many of them would have made my list if I had done a list. http://intimacyinmarriage.com/2011/07/06/25-marriage-resources-my-readers-personally-recommend/ Like Julie says, you may not agree with everything but glean the best that relates to your … Continue reading
He makes all things new . . .
Then He who sat on the throne said, “Behold, I make all things new.”And He said to me, “Write, for these words are true and faithful.” ~ Revelation 21:1-5 I read this Scripture many times throughout my husband’s and my … Continue reading
Reengage Marriage Ministry at Watermark
The week before last we attended and presented at the AMFM (Association of Marriage and Family Ministries) conference in Dallas, Texas. The hosting church was Watermark Community Church. During the week they gave us an opportunity to visit their marriage … Continue reading
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