Having a happier marriage may be easier than you think. You can do little things to add joy to your union. Here are inspiring stories written by couples on how they made their marriage happier.
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Here are some things you can do to encourage and support your spouse so that they can reach their full potential for God and for good.
God calls us to love our spouse as Jesus loved the church: joyfully and consistently. Here are five ways to do that.
It is the covenantal commitment that enables married people to become people who love each other. Only with time do we really learn who the other person is and come to love the person for him- or herself.
After being married for a while, your spouse’s patterns can turn from cute quirks to annoying habits. Figuring out how to cope so that you don’t become highly critical of your spouse is important.
A thriving marriage only works when both husband and wife leave home and cleave to each other. They must be prepared to do so in various ways.
Over time, the stressors of everyday married life can erode your relationship with your spouse. Here are some tips to help you keep your friendship strong.
Household chores can be a point of contention in marriage. To avoid this conflict, couples should focus their energy on out-serving each other.
Sometimes, the busyness of life can wear your relationship down. Author Mitch Temple and Dr. Bill Maier offer some tips on bringing the romance back for a successful marriage.
The fairytale wedding is over and the realities of married life are sinking in. Are you missing the “happily ever after?”
Whether you’re mentoring another couple in their marriageor just know of a couple who needs some help, recommending a good book is a great place to start. Here are some to consider.
An empty nest can leave parents feeling empty and without purpose. But it can also offer a time of hope and a chance to strengthen your relationship with God.
No one-including our spouse-can control the way you feel. The next time you react emotionally or in anger, take a step back and acknowledge that while the emotion is real, how you respond to it is up to you.
True love, the kind of love that keeps a couple together for a lifetime, is not a feeling but an attitude. It says, “With the help of God, I’m going to do everything I can to enhance the life of my spouse.”
What are the roles of Christian men and women in marriage? And why does it matter? Here are a few things to consider.
Intimacy with your spouse means being completely open to them — emotionally, spiritually, and physically. This type of vulnerability comes with risk but one worth taking.
Learning to manage parenting stress in marriage can strengthen your relationship with your spouse. Here are several way you can cope with parenting stress, together.
Sexuality in marriage is a complex journey of intimacy. There are times when self-stimulation fosters this intimacy and times when it destroy its. Author Juli Slattery looks at the difference between the two instances.
A spouse’s job loss can be a trying and uncertain time. But it’s important to remind them that their job is not their whole identity. They are also an eternal child of God with purpose beyond their work.
Marriage mentoring can be important in helping young couples navigate their lifelong journey together. Here are five ways to find a mentor couple.
