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When Couples Have Unresolvable Marriage Conflicts

Many couples face perpetual conflicts in their marriages. Because you and your spouse are different people, when you marry, you are choosing a set of constant disagreements. If they are not handled well, they can become a marriage-killing cycle. But if you follow a few basic principles, they don’t have to derail your relationship.

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God’s Design for Marriage

God’s design for marriage is an other-centered union where each spouse serves each other and depend on His grace and mercy. When we grasp the reality of marriage and stop expecting it to provide what it was never meant to give, we can build marriages that thrive.

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How to Navigate Autism Spectrum Disorder in Marriage

Undiagnosed autism in marriage may result in confusion and pain for both spouses. If you discover that your spouse has autism, don’t lose hope for your marriage. You can move forward by accepting the differences, resetting your expectations, and finding help.

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4 Healing Prayers for Marriage Restoration

When you realize your marriage is in need of restoration, you can always turn to God. Asking God to heal the key aspects of your marriage like commitment, communication, connection, and intimacy, can refocus you on what really matters. The power of prayer can give you hope for a better marriage, and the courage to …

This Thanksgiving, Turn Tension into Gratitude.

A List That Turns Thanksgiving from Tension to Gratitude

What is it about your spouse that you are most grateful for? Take time today to write a gratitude list and then say a prayer of thanks to God for your spouse.

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How to Stay Thankful When the Holiday Falls Apart

It’s hard to be thankful when the holiday falls apart. This Thanksgiving, remember that God is working in you and never gives up on you.

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How to Give Your Spouse a Gold-Medal Kind of Honor

The Bible tells us to “outdo one another in showing honor.” What does that mean for you and your spouse?

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How to Break Free from What’s Breaking Your Marriage

It’s time to break free from what’s breaking your marriage by letting go of the sins and behaviors that harm your relationship.

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9 Reasons to Get Married

Since people are getting married less often, it’s important to understand the reasons to get married. There are practical reasons, like the fact that marriage creates stable societies, is the best environment for raising children, and greatly benefits each spouse. There are also spiritual reasons, such as becoming more Christlike and reflecting His love for …

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How to Fight Spiritual Warfare in Marriage

Warning signs alert us when the Enemy attacks your marriage. Learn how to be victorious against the Devil’s schemes.

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Flip the Switch

No one thanks the light switch for doing its job. But it’s essential. Just as you rely on the switch to work, your spouse relies on you to show up day after day.

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Your Marriage vs Fort Knox

Your heart deserves Fort Knox-levels of protection. Put Proverbs 4:23 into action and “Keep your heart with all vigilance.”

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The Storm Outside the Window

Today’s Scripture “The name of the LORD is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe” (Proverbs 18:10, NIV) Today’s Devotion Sometimes when I’m working from home, I’ll take a few minutes to enjoy the view from our kitchen window. We’re blessed to work in Colorado Springs where the mountains are across …

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7 Ways Strong Couples Grow When Stress Hits

Every couple faces stress, but strong marriages don’t just survive—they grow. Learn how faith, trust, and perseverance can deepen your connection.

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5 Marriage Lessons from a Bug Collection

When I feel hurt or unsafe, my heart coils up. It protects me from pain – but it also blocks out love, help, and healing.

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4 Animals Personality Test

You can take the 4 animals personality test in a few minutes. The goal is to give you a picture of your and your spouse’s unique, God-given strengths.

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The Beaver Personality

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Guess what’s on the class ring at MIT (the Massachusetts Institute of Technology)? Or at Caltech (the California Institute of Technology)? Both of these colleges are arguably two of the finest engineering schools in the world. And both of them have on their class rings … a Beaver! That’s because …

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The Golden Retriever Personality

Estimated reading time: 1 minute Golden Retrievers are considerate, good-natured and strong team players. They’re naturally kindhearted and love helping, serving and looking for ways to come alongside others, particularly if they’re around people who are hurting. For example, at work, the Lion often organizes the Christmas party (but doesn’t actually go), while the Otter …

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The Otter Personality

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Otters are fun-loving, enthusiastic, playful and encour­aging. They love people and love to talk. That’s one reason why they know hundreds of people but don’t know anyone’s name! Otters — purebred Otters, in particular — don’t focus on details, like names. But they’re so naturally friendly and engaging, they can …

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The Lion Personality

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Lions have per­sonality strengths that motivate them to naturally take charge and be assertive. They love taking the lead and generally know which way they want to go. That natural ability and confidence to move toward a goal or objec­tive is a great strength for Lions. They’re naturally competitive and …