Prayer is a powerful tool in marriage. It is a way to put action to our faith. The three powerful prayers here are a launching pad to get you going. Every place you see a blank, insert your husband’s name. Pray that your husband has an intimate relationship with God Father, in the name of Jesus, I come before you today praying for my husband _______________. Let him be drawn … [Read more...]
10 Godly Ways (Plus Scriptures) to Resolve Conflict with Your Spouse
The truth is, we will have conflict in marriage. It’s normal. Conflict is a disagreement caused by varying opinions. No two people have the same opinion all the time, even if you are husband and wife. However, conflict can be healthy when you decide to stand together and wage war on the problem, not on each other. Here are 10 Godly ways to resolve conflict starting … [Read more...]
13 Years in a Beautiful Multicultural Marriage; How They Made it Work
Combining two cultures through the covenant of marriage is easier than you may think. To find out how this is done I interviewed my good friend Wenona Barlow. She and her husband Lenny have been married for 13 years and have four beautiful children (Three little girls, Mya 10, Nina 5, Sophia 2 and a handsome young boy, Isaac 3). After talking to Wenona on this subject of … [Read more...]
Does a Good God Want Me in a Bad Marriage?
Marriage should be a good thing, right? It's meant to bring happiness and joy. The lives of husband and wife come together to form a new perfectly imperfect union. That is the ideal. However, sometimes instead of getting ideal, we can end up in an ordeal. And in this situation, many begin to question the institution of marriage. Does a good God want me in a bad … [Read more...]
Ladies, Are You Tailor-Made to Fit Your Man?
Ladies, we already know we are each uniquely and wonderfully made. We are so beautifully different. When we marry, we marry because of the love and beauty we see in our spouse inside and out. However, when we marry, we are not yet tailored for one another. You see my desire is to be well-suited for my husband—to fit him like a glove. In order to do this, some tailoring has … [Read more...]
Celebrity RelationshipGoals. “Sure, Set Them Up” or “No, It’s a Set Up?”
News about a celebrity's professional life isn't enough. The media with its prying eye picks up on the private lives of celebrity couples too. And I don't know why, but the media loves celebrity romances. The celebrity romance just seems so alluring. Here they are—these gorgeous, wealthy and famous people who happen to be in love with other gorgeous, wealthy and famous … [Read more...]
3 Things I Wish I Really, Really Knew as a Newlywed
When you first get married, everything starts off like a bed of roses. The euphoric feeling is wonderful. It would be great if this feeling would last forever. Good news. The feeling can last a lifetime if your house is established on solid ground. I wish I had this information when I first got married. My husband and I didn't gain this knowledge until somewhere around … [Read more...]
Is Your Marriage Sending You to an Early Grave? 3 Things to Do About It
When you got married, the minister may have decreed this statement, “…in sickness or in health, till death due you part.” But what if your marriage is actually causing your sickness? By studying short spats between couples researchers can predict the development of health problems over 20 years. Well, did you know heated arguments with your spouse can predict your future … [Read more...]
Ladies, Don’t Hurt Him with the Truth; 3 Ways to Reveal a Hard Truth
There are definitely times when you must speak up and tell your husband the truth, even when it's difficult. When you must reveal a difficult truth, the goal is never to hurt him with that truth. The goal is to be honest without being discouraging. As kids, most of us learned the sayings: “ Honesty is the best policy,” or “If you don’t have anything nice to say don’t say … [Read more...]
Husbands, Are You Placing Your Wife on a Pedestal? 4 Gut Checks to See if You’re Slipping
Placing your wife on a pedestal may seem superficial but really it's not. It's a place of honor that is rightfully hers as your wife. That spot became hers and hers alone the moment you both said, “I do.” Don’t take her for granted, celebrate the crown of glory God has given you. Put her on a pedestal in your heart. A pedestal is a high place that is used to support and show … [Read more...]
Wives, You Need More than a G-Rated Marriage; 5 Small, Sexy Tricks to Try
Wives, G-Rated is good in your marriage, but be sure to try out rated PG, PG13, R and X. Your marriage is between husband and wife and no one else. Do what makes you feel happy and excited. Let your husband experience the best of you in this area. The romantic sexual side of your marriage is so important but can be neglected due to stress and busy schedules. Whether married … [Read more...]
7 Powerful Scriptures that Every Husband Should Read
When you're looking for guidance in life, the Bible is always a great place to start. And it's also a good place for men who are looking for marital direction. Scriptures are filled with positive words of encouragement for husbands. They will help to keep you on track, set a foundation for your marriage and give you a target to set reachable goals. There are several great … [Read more...]
New to Homeschooling; 5 No-Fuss Tips to Get You Started
New to homeschooling? No worries. Use the five keys here to put your mind at ease. With planning and a little help, you can do this! Here is how to get started. Relax and have confidence Be confident that with proper planning and a willingness to fly by the seat of your pants that you can do this. I know it sounds contradictory, however, it's very true.You will need a … [Read more...]
Does Not Having a Landline Telephone Spell Danger for Your Child?
This is something I have thought about for years—the decline of the old-fashioned house phone. It has been on my mind since cell phones became the trend. My biggest concern was what if something happens and a young child needs to use the phone to call grandma or 911 for help? They may not be old enough for a cell phone, but they are very capable of calling for help. When … [Read more...]
Unhealed Wounds Still Causing Trouble? Here Are 4 Reasons How
It is impossible to go through life and not be emotionally wounded by something. When your physical body hurts, you seek medical attention. When your emotional heart is wounded, it also requires attention. Sayings like "get over it," "move on" and "things will get better with time" are not helpful when your spirit has been damaged. Healing is a process. You have to take the … [Read more...]