Marriage
Pornography, the Brain and Bonding
God created the brain to bond sexually with one person: a spouse. When we understand how our brains really work, we're free to enjoy God’s design and trust that it’s far better than we imagine.
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Starting Your Marriage Out Right (Part 2 of 2)
Best-selling authors Jim Burns and Doug Fields offer practical advice to engaged and newlywed couples in a discussion based on their book The First Few Years of Marriage: 8 Ways to Strengthen Your "I Do." (Part 2 of 2)
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It Doesn't Really Matter
Jim Burns encourages you to let go of the small things and embrace your spouse in the way God created him or her. Listen to the full program here.
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Marriage Conferences and Weekend Retreats
Strengthen your marriage or the marriages in your church by hosting one of our Focus Marriage Conferences or attending one of our Weekend Marriage Retreats. Our speakers and counselors lead couples through biblically-based lessons to enrich and deepen relationships.
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How to Keep Your Marriage on Course
All couples risk drifting apart. By observing three principles — scheduling dates, admitting to brokenness and seeking spiritual intimacy — a couple can keep their marriage on course and enhance it.
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When Your Spouse Struggles With Past Trauma
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.
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5 Reasons You Don't Really Want a Divorce
If you're considering divorce, think and pray before you make that choice. I believe God expects you to do your absolute best to save your marriage. I've seen couples succeed — it's worth the fight.
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Have You Lost Hope in Your Marriage?
For Couples in Crisis ... You can still put the pieces back together with Hope Restored
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Faith Conversation: Better Communication
Personalities play a role in communication styles. A good approach is to ask your spouse about the times and situations that allow him or her to be open to healthy, honest conversation.
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Choosing to Love Your Spouse
At any time between "I do" and "I don't anymore," our choices either deepen the relationship or deplete it, potentially damaging it. One key to successful marriage is making purposeful choices.
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Resources to Help Your Marriage Thrive!
Choose from among a variety of relevant and engaging resources to help you in your marital journey. Yours today for a donation of any amount!
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