NO, your mate can’t change you but that doesn’t mean that you may not need to change some things. Okay let me back up for a second because I am a huge advocate of accepting someone as they are when going into a marriage or a relationship; but the truth of the matter is that there is no way to go through every season with someone before you decide to marry them. Sometimes in … [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...]
4 Ways You and Your Spouse Can Become THAT Couple
Do you know a couple that you smile at when you see them? That couple seems like they have known each other forever and just seems like they were made for each other. I know a few of them and feel like my husband and I have become that couple too. Here’s how you and your spouse can become that couple. [imagebrowser id=330] … [Read more...]
Who Influences Your Marriage??
A marriage is only as strong as the influences each spouse allows to speak directly into their lives. I've heard it all this week: a mother-in-law telling her son that his wife is no good; a close family friend telling a couple their marriage would not last; a brother or sister telling a sibling that they are better than their spouse, and it's time to leave. … [Read more...]
Love in the Fast Lane
By Eric Payne A friend of mine recently got engaged to the love of her life. As she shared the details of the proposal with me I couldn't help but think: But they only met three or four months ago. I've wished them both well and definitely believe they have their heads screwed on straight, but I'd be lying if I wasn't initially concerned for my friend. But then I began … [Read more...]