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Working Through Worry and Stress With Your Spouse

In times of crisis and change, anxiety can creep in and try to take hold of your marriage. However, many options lay before you to combat worry and stress.

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Embracing the Unique Aspects of Male and Female, Part 3

As a husband, you play a special role in loving your wife. Your marriage can thrive when you choose to love her in a God-honoring way. Greg and John describe how they’ve learned to show love to their wives.

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Coronavirus and Domestic Violence

As more people are quarantined because of the coronavirus pandemic, authorities expect the number of domestic violence incidents to increase. Here’s what you can do.

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How to Love Your Spouse if They Have Coronavirus

How do you love your spouse if they have the coronavirus? Here are some spiritual and practical ways you could assist them during that situation.

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10 Ways Your Marriage Can Survive the Coronavirus Quarantine

The next several weeks won’t be easy. But there are things you can do to lower the stress level and find peace during the coronavirus quarantine.

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Enjoying Physical Intimacy as a Woman, Part 6

A healthy marriage is built on the foundation of open communication. The same is true for your sex life. John and Greg give some ideas for how to talk about sex with your spouse, even when it feels awkward.

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Coronavirus Quarantine: Grow Closer to Your Spouse

Whether you’ll be at home with your spouse for two weeks or two months, your attitude and approach can make all the difference. Here are some guidelines for the most positive experience, in spite of the stressful situation.

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Coronavirus: How to Keep Your Family Finances Strong

COVID 19 — the “coronavirus” — is changing how we live, work and connect with others. It’s also affecting family finances as businesses close or reduce hours to help lower the risk of spreading the virus. Because the changes in the market will affect families, we’ve collected several tips and insights to help you and …

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Understanding the Two Different Sides of Love

In a discussion based on his book The Two Sides of Love, Dr. John Trent explains the differences between the “hard side” and the “soft side” of love and how they may manifest themselves in your marriage. He offers advice for how you and your spouse can strike a healthy balance between the two sides …

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Enjoying Physical Intimacy as a Woman, Part 5

Making time for romance and sexual intimacy are great gifts for your marriage. While it’s not always convenient during busy seasons, we should not neglect them. Greg and John explain why sex is important and beneficial for your marriage.

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Sex After Having a Baby

Your honeymoon phase doesn’t have to end the minute your baby is born. You can still have fun and exciting sex after having a baby.

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Grasping the Power of Forgiveness, Part 2

You might fear being open up with your spouse about past regrets. But, honesty can be the door that opens your marriage up to greater intimacy. Greg and John offer helpful ideas for discussing your past mistakes in a healthy way.

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How to Talk to Others When You’re Frustrated With Your Spouse

There are two things to consider when talking to others about your spouse: who you talk to and how you talk to them.

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How Respecting Your Husband Can Make Him a Better Leader at Home

It’s not easy to see your husband’s imperfections and then choose to let him lead your family. But respecting your husband can make him a better man.

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Grasping the Power of Forgiveness, Part 1

Choosing forgiveness instead of resentment can bring healing to your marriage. It’s not easy, but through God’s grace, you can do it. John and Greg explain how walking in forgiveness can strengthen the relationship with your spouse.

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Staying Connected When One Spouse Is Traveling

Travel is tough on a marriage. But with a bit of planning, you and your spouse can stay connected when one of you is away from home.

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Is a “Sleep Divorce” Healthy for Your Marriage?

Should you share a bed with your spouse or sleep separately? “Sleep divorce” is a growing issue among couples. But does it hurt the marriage?

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Discovering God’s Freedom from Pornography, Part 2

Pornography might not seem like a big deal. But if you don’t deal with it, it will lead to some devastating consequences in your marriage. John and Greg give some helpful ideas for confessing a pornography problem to your spouse.

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Discovering God’s Freedom from Pornography, Part 1

Watching pornography is like letting a disease take over your marriage. But through God’s grace, your relationship with your spouse can be restored. John and Greg offer hope to those struggling with pornography.

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Embracing the Unique Aspects of Male and Female, Part 2

Embracing the unique ways God made you and your spouse can lead to a more fulfilling marriage. Men and women are made to reflect God’s heart in similar yet different ways. John, Erin and Greg discuss why a wife should look to God to find her true beauty.