Separation in marriage can be tricky. First you must think about why you separated and how long it will last. In a previous article, Does Separation Lead to Divorce?, I shared some of the consequences of a marriage separation. Dating others is one area I think should be avoided because it can lead you places you had no intention of going. Remember, even though you are … [Read more...]
What You Need While Waiting for Your Spouse
If you are waiting for the right person to come along to spend the rest of your life with, I want to encourage you to be patient. It’s tempting to look at friends and family who are engaged or already married and question God about where your spouse is. Don’t let negative thoughts discourage you while you wait. Don’t let others tell you that marriage may not be for … [Read more...]
Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lady, Attract a Gentleman
Merriam-Webster defines lady as: a woman of refinement and gentle manners. That might seem like an old-fashioned way to describe yourself, but isn’t that what you would like to be called? I hate hearing women refer to themselves as the “b” word or even “hoe”. We have to do better if we want better. If you want a man in your life and are willing to accept one that refers to … [Read more...]
3 Types of Men Who Are Not Going to Marry You
Ladies, ladies, ladies. Marriage is a goal for most of us because we want to share our lives with that special man of our own and raise a family together. Unfortunately not all men want to get married. To tell the truth not all women want it either. But if you want to get married and are currently in a relationship, the following three types of men are probably wasting … [Read more...]
5 Scriptures to Help Change Your Mind About Your Marriage
Have you ever had a rough time in your marriage? Have you ever caught yourself thinking bad thoughts about your marriage and wonder where those thoughts came from? I’ve caught myself in that situation before. Negative thoughts would come so easily and quickly and I would find my feelings changing due to the thoughts running through my mind. It was like a conversation going … [Read more...]
3 Ways God Can Lead You During Dating Season
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6. There may be someone you know that is leery of marriage for fear they may end up with the wrong person. That’s a legitimate concern because no one wants to get hurt. There are many paths we will take in life and … [Read more...]
The Why, What and How of Having a Successful Marriage
Many married couples and maybe some singles want to know how to have a successful marriage. Joshua 1:8 says: This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. So how can you have a … [Read more...]
3 Reasons You Need to Seek God Daily Whether You’re Married, Engaged or Single
A message my pastor brought was on how to make it through tough times. He said that we should allow God to take control because He sees what we cannot. We have to learn to trust Him with every decision we have to make. He said before we make a decision we out to seek God. So I thought I would share that we should seek him in our relationships too regardless if we are married, … [Read more...]
3 Easter Games Adults Can Enjoy
After church is over and everyone is full from the ham, turkey or bbq, it’s usually the adults’ responsibility to hide eggs, real and plastic, for the kids. But what if your family doesn’t have a lot of small kids or what if the adults want to have some fun? Here are some things the adults can do to enjoy Easter. If you have a lot of kids in the family, make the hunt a … [Read more...]
Men Want Respect and Women Want Love or is it Vice Versa?
In the previous article I shared the scripture Ephesians 5:33-Neverthless let each one of you in particular love his own wife as himself and let the wife see that she respects her husband. From that I shared how even if we were unaware of it, women need love from their husbands whereas men need respect from their wives. I also shared what I and a few other women feel how our … [Read more...]
The Number One Thing a Married Couple Needs from Each Other, Part 1
Ephesians 5:33-Neverthless let each one of you in particular love his own wife as himself and let the wife see that she respects her husband. That is an interesting scripture about marriage that is actually what spouses really need from each other. I’m not saying husbands don’t want love and wives don’t want respect, but it seems that the priority of two complement each other. … [Read more...]
Allow God to be the Conductor of Your Marriage
A Conductor directs a musical performance by way of visible gestures to unify performers, set the tempo, execute clear preparations and beats, and to listen critically and shape the sound of the ensemble. Why not let God be the conductor of your marriage? If like the performer, you keep your eyes on the Master Conductor and follow His gestures; your marriage can be a beautiful … [Read more...]
4 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Leave After an Argument
Arguments are a part of marriage. You can’t avoid all of them and really, you shouldn’t try to. Just because you argue doesn’t mean anything is wrong in your marriage. Siblings argue, friends argue, even co-workers argue. It’s natural because you are in close contact with another person. But sometimes an argument can be so intense with your spouse, that you may consider walking … [Read more...]
3 Ways Insecurities Can Harm Your Marriage
We all want to think highly of ourselves, as we should, especially when it comes to marriage. We want to know that our spouses don’t want anyone else but us. We should walk in the confidence that we have nothing to worry about when it comes to our spouse because we know we got it going on right? Well not everyone feels like this and I’m going to tell you how insecurity can harm … [Read more...]
4 Reasons Friendship is Important in Your Marriage
My husband and I have been married for 17 years and he still makes me laugh all the time. Sometimes I just look at him and shake my head because he is so crazy. We talk daily about everything and we know we have each other’s back. We regard each other as best friends and feel friendship is important in all marriages and below are four reasons why. [imagebrowser id=356] … [Read more...]