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http://www.gosmalley.com/what-to-do-when-youre-truly-miserable-in-your-relationship I thought Michael’s theme of stick-to-it-ness  in marriage goes right along with our concept of Stubborn Pursuits. Similar message, said just a little different. I like his message.

This is a funny clip – just in case you think I deal with so many crumbling marriages that you thought I had lost any sense of humor. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSkT5XykJzo&feature=player_embedded

My wife and I are so thankful that God reconciled our marriage. I admire long-term marriages that have survived the ups and downs through the years. I admire any marriage, no matter how long, that has survived a major crisis. Sometimes … Continue reading →

Over the last several years it seems like I have read and heard more debates between Christians about the circumstances in a marriage that might allow for a Biblical divorce than I have heard discussion of how to reconcile and … Continue reading →

I encounter various people along the way in distressed marriages desperately looking for answers. Often they wonder what I think about this or that situation. I am also involved in various message boards in conversations about marriage, I listen to … Continue reading →

I run across different situations where I am not sure what to say. I am aware of situations where one spouse or the other refuses to work on the marriage. Sometimes that spouse files for divorce, sometimes the other one … Continue reading →

I thought this was an excellent article in Redbook magazine about surviving an affair. http://www.redbookmag.com/love-sex/advice/surviving-an-affair I appreciated how the article shared how much rage and anger the betrayed spouse can feel, but also the determination of both parties to hang … Continue reading →

I am thankful that Sharon and I reconciled in December of 2004. I am thankful for the many great resources available to help couples who struggle. I am thankful that Jesus loves us through all the ups and downs of  … Continue reading →

As we work with couples at some point in time we usually need to remind them who the enemy is. As in, “The enemy is not each other. It’s Satan. Remember, you are a Team of Two. You’re wearing the … Continue reading →

Here are two great videos about how to make positive changes in your marriage by yourself and to get positive changes from your spouse. Michelle explains it so well – we know exactly what to say to make an evening … Continue reading →