Just as pornographic images have the potential to ruin a man’s ability to love in real life, so too, a written form of pornography has the potential to ruin a woman’s ability to love in real life.
Marriage
Physical and emotional problems can challenge any marriage. But with the help of God and good friends, Ken and Joni Eareckson Tada found the strength to persevere in their marriage.
Women who do not understand why their husband isn’t initiating sex can often personalize it and struggle emotionally.
It is Christ alone who gives us the power to love others in a committed way.
Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley have discovered three key experiences to help strengthen a couple’s spiritual connection.
A growing number of Americans hide credit cards and bank accounts from spouses. Financial infidelity can damage your bottom line and destroy your marriage.
God asks you and your spouse to trust Him with by giving your very best. Will it make a difference in your marriage?
Knowing what to say when a close friend goes through a divorce is difficult, yet there are several ways you can ease your friend’s burden.
Emotions are like the dash lights in your car. They’re not the problem; they’re simply trying to tell you something.
A spouse can bring pain, triggers and irrational responses to a marriage when he or she has experienced trauma that’s unresolved. But with love and commitment, his or her spouse can learn to help.
The Bible tells us to forgive unconditionally, but it doesn’t say we are to forget immediately. Sometimes it takes time to rebuild the trust that’s been lost.
Forgiving your spouse is never easy. It means letting go of an offense. It means giving grace instead of nurturing a grudge. How do you do that?
Asking the right questions can strengthen your marriage and determine the trajectory of your relationship. It’s essential that you develop this tool for a strong marriage.
Marriage problems vary in complexity. You can solve most marriage trouble without help from a professional counselor. However some situations indicate you should consider guidance from an expert.
Love is a sacrifice. We should treat our spouse as someone of great value and care for their needs. But sacrifice should be motivated by love, not fear.
Robertson McQuilkin was at the peak of his career when his wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Her condition worsened, and he chose to care for his wife full time.
When we feel threatened, we build emotional walls that don’t allow our spouse into the deepest parts of our hearts and minds. The emotional distance can cause marital problems.
Learn how embracing your God-given gender roles in marriage can bring vitality, joy and security into your relationship.
Darby Strickland, a counselor and teacher at the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation, defines spiritual abuse in marriage and offers advice for helping wives who are oppressed in this way.
When deployment is over, ease your transition as you renegotiate leading and submitting with both spouses in the home.