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Viewing Your Husband in a New Light

After the wedding, it’s common to view your spouse in a new, perhaps disappointing light. Here’s what you can do about it.

Why Isn’t My Husband the Person I Thought He Was?

When you were dating, he was attractive and neat. Now he doesn’t even pick up after himself. What should you do?

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Sex as a Picture of the Inner Life of God

God creates man and woman as reflections of the image of the Trinity.

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What to Look for in a Mentor

Every good mentor — or mentor couple — should have these three qualities.

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Red Flags in a Relationship

When we’re excited about a relationship, it’s easy to overlook the red flags that at least need to be explored.

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Couple Friends: Double Dating to Strengthen Your Marriage

Along with a couple’s relationship with God, it takes a supportive community of friends to keep a marriage strong.

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Premarital Counseling With Marriage Mentors

If you are preparing for marriage, we can’t emphasize enough (both from research and personal experience!) how important it is to have the support and encouragement of a veteran couple to walk alongside you. If you are looking for premarital counseling with a mentor couple, here are some common questions that you might find helpful! …

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To Know and Be Known: Vulnerability in Marriage

Dr. Henry Cloud describes how vulnerability makes a difference in marriage as it builds trust and empathy between a husband and a wife.

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How to Know if You’re in an Emotionally Abusive Relationship

Three types of emotional abuse can easily be disguised: gaslighting, retaliation and projection. Recognize when you’re in an emotionally abusive relationship.

How We Dishonor God in Our Sex Lives Through Sexual Sin

We dishonor God when we fail to mirror the Trinitarian reality and beauty in our relationships.

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Naked and Unashamed: Keeping a Pure Marriage

Differing perspectives and fears about our imperfections can make Biblical intimacy challenging. Learn how to develop pure intimacy in your marriage through embracing your differences.

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Spiritual Leadership Creates Intimacy in Marriage

Spiritual intimacy can be a confusing issue for many couples. Dr. Greg Smalley offers personal insights on how husbands can be spiritual leaders and wives can see beyond basic spiritual disciplines for intimacy at home.

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Date Night With Your Spouse: The Thrill of Commitment

We live in a culture that has either forgotten or rejected the idea of marriage as a covenant.  Couples who want to go the distance in their relationship need to rediscover it.

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What Does the Bible Say About Soulmates?

Don’t get swept away with the exciting notion that your soulmate has arrived. Check what the Bible has to say about soulmates first.

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Defining and Understanding Trauma

Not all traumatic experiences are equal, but the way the body reacts to trauma is similar in every situation. Two broad categories might be called trauma with a capital T and trauma with a small t.

A happy couple is seen hiking together in a scenic, nature-filled setting, wearing backpacks and smiling brightly. The man in the foreground laughs joyfully, while the woman follows closely behind, looking at him with a smile. They appear to be enjoying a shared adventure, a symbol of partnership, exploration, and fun—highlighting ways to have a great marriage, such as spending quality time outdoors, enjoying shared activities, and maintaining a positive attitude together. This image conveys a sense of togetherness, communication, and appreciation for each other, essential components of a thriving relationship.

Love That Goes the Distance: 13 Ways To Have a Great Marriage

A lasting marriage really is possible. But don’t settle for a good marriage or a so-so marriage. Here are six secrets to a great marriage.

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Managing Money as a Couple Through Every Season of Marriage

Every decade of married life presents its own financial risks and opportunities, and planning ahead can lay the groundwork for making wise money choices throughout the many years you’ll share together.

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What You Need to Know About Domestic Violence and Abuse

Domestic violence is never acceptable. While marriage is sacred, abuse violates God’s intended purpose.

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Single to Married: What I’ve Learned From My First Year of Marriage

While I realize that Noah and I have plenty of mountains and valleys to travel in the years ahead, we’ve experienced growth and victories even in the start of our journey.

Foundations of a Lifelong Marriage

There are many principles that, if practiced, can help you build a solid marital foundation.