No one likes conflict. No one. Some people go out of their way to avoid it as much as possible. If you're a conflict avoider by nature, it makes it difficult to get your needs met no matter where you are. When you fail to communicate what's bothering you, your relationships, whether at work or at home, definitely suffer. But, if this behavior takes root in your marriage, it … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Spice Up Your Marriage When Your Relationship Starts to Get Bland
Cooking is an art. Like marriage, some of us are good at it and some, not so much. Those who are great at it don't need a recipe. They have an innate sense of just how much spice to add to get the taste just right. But if you've ever watched a makeover cooking show, you'll notice that even the best cooks get it wrong sometimes. Their food can lack flavor, originality, or … [Read more...]
5 Ways You Can Be Your Spouse’s Best Christian Friend
I love being a follower of Christ. Since my college years, it has been my source of comfort and strength through many of life's obstacles. But, love it or not, it's not always easy. Choosing to be obedient to the Bible has its challenges and I'd be a liar if I said I was perfect at it. Thankfully, God had my back when he sent my husband to me. As a Christian himself, he's faced … [Read more...]
10 Things You Can Do Differently in 2020 to Make a Difference in Your Marriage
When you've been married for a while, you can get pretty tired of the same ole, same ole. Without intentional behaviors, your marriage bliss can quickly fall into a marriage abyss. Well, not to worry. We believe that change is possible in your marriage no matter how far you've fallen. It starts with making a decision to be different...to do things differently. If you're short … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Put the “C” Back Into Your Christian Marriage
Happy New Year! It's the year 2020 and what we hope will be the start of a new and exciting decade for you and your spouse. As I write this, my husband and I are celebrating 18 years of marriage! I can't help but be grateful to God...well, especially since we met in church. That said, it got me thinking. What is a Christian marriage supposed to look like? Are we living it? If … [Read more...]
2020 Priceless Marriage: 7 Rings of Marriage that Money Just Can’t Buy
Not for nothing, but sometimes, single people say stuff that makes married people shake their heads and say..."Yeah, that's why they're still single." One such young lady got some attention from KevOnStage when he highlighted her Facebook post in one of his videos. She stated that unless a man can afford a $3,500 engagement ring, he's not ready to get married. In fact, she went … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Serve Your Spouse for 10 days Starting Jan 1
There's just over a week left before we ring in the new year. Wow! It's hard to believe that we will not only be celebrating a new year but a new decade! I'm grateful to be alive to see it. But, I'm especially grateful because, within the first 10 days of the new year, I'll be celebrating 18 years of marriage to my husband. It hasn't all been smooth sailing as we've come … [Read more...]
2020 Successful Marriage: 20 Ingredients of a Successful Marriage in 2020
With 2020 right around the corner, I'm looking forward to ringing in the new year. It's not that this year is necessarily extra special. It's just that I believe there's a visionary advantage to the year 2020. Whether it's in work or relationships, having clarity for the new year is a good thing. For married couples desiring to take your relationship higher, 2020 can be the … [Read more...]
2020 Faithful Marriage: 9 Ways to Allow God to Take Your Marriage Higher in 2020
I enjoy the holidays. It's a time to relax, reflect, and recharge. It also offers a great opportunity to connect with your family and make great plans for the new year. As 2020 rolls around, I couldn't help but think about the symbolism of it all and how I can leverage it to make my life and marriage more excellent. At the top of the list is enriching our marriage spiritually. … [Read more...]
2020 Healthy Marriage: 4 Things to Feed Your Marriage and Keep it Healthy in the New Year
The 2019 Thanksgiving festivities are over! You've had all the turkey, stuffing, and sweet potato pie you can handle. Yet, in about a month, you'll eat yourself into a coma once again during Christmas. No matter how hard we try, the holidays are a tough time to maintain a level of physical health we can be proud of. But while eating healthy might be tough, having a healthy … [Read more...]
Young Marriage: 3 Mistakes to Watch Out for When Marrying Young
Do you know what it's like to be young and in love? Your heart skips a beat when you're together and life couldn't be sweeter. Soon enough, you are convinced you've found "the one" and you don't want to let them go. The decision to get married at a young age both excites and terrifies you. But regardless of what comes, you're willing to take the leap. With the divorce rate … [Read more...]
Strong Marriage: 10 Declarations to Make for Your Marriage Today
This time of year, I tend to get a little lazy. The weather starts to get cold, and so does my desire to go to the gym. But working out is essential to building a strong and healthy body. I know it. Everybody knows it. Building a strong marriage is no different. Putting in the work is essential if you want a strong and healthy marriage. But unlike a trip to the gym, you have to … [Read more...]
Successful Marriage: 4 Ways to Ensure Your Marriage Survives Friends and Family
Successful marriage. Everybody wants one. However, you can't flip through the channels without seeing some "reality" show promoting anything but. Relationships are rife with manufactured tension, intrusive family members, and wannabe friends looking for their 15 minutes of fame. While these shows are not a good look for the ideal marriage relationship, they get one thing right. … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Train Your Spouse for a Perfect Marriage
Perfect marriage? I can already hear all the comments! "There is no such thing as a perfect marriage." "Perfect marriages don't exist." Well, I'm here to tell you that they do. The question is, are you willing to train your spouse in order to get one? 3 Ways to Train Your Spouse for a Perfect Marriage In this article: Remember It's the Two of You Versus the World … [Read more...]
5 Biblically Inspired Prayers to Cover Your Children from Spiritual Attack
Halloween is right around the corner. In our family, we don't exactly "celebrate" this holiday, but we enjoy some of the more fun aspects of the occasion. Aside from the sugar rush, roasting marshmallows by the fire, hoarding candy, and spending time with friends has no downside. But many Christian families are turned off because of what the holiday represents. Without getting … [Read more...]