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Marriage Success

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To Know and Be Known: Vulnerability in Marriage

Dr. Henry Cloud describes how vulnerability makes a difference in marriage as it builds trust and empathy between a husband and a wife.

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Spiritual Leadership Creates Intimacy in Marriage

Spiritual intimacy can be a confusing issue for many couples. Dr. Greg Smalley offers personal insights on how husbands can be spiritual leaders and wives can see beyond basic spiritual disciplines for intimacy at home.

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What Does the Bible Say About Soulmates?

Don’t get swept away with the exciting notion that your soulmate has arrived. Check what the Bible has to say about soulmates first.

A happy couple is seen hiking together in a scenic, nature-filled setting, wearing backpacks and smiling brightly. The man in the foreground laughs joyfully, while the woman follows closely behind, looking at him with a smile. They appear to be enjoying a shared adventure, a symbol of partnership, exploration, and fun—highlighting ways to have a great marriage, such as spending quality time outdoors, enjoying shared activities, and maintaining a positive attitude together. This image conveys a sense of togetherness, communication, and appreciation for each other, essential components of a thriving relationship.

Love That Goes the Distance: 13 Ways To Have a Great Marriage

A lasting marriage really is possible. But don’t settle for a good marriage or a so-so marriage. Here are six secrets to a great marriage.

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Managing Money as a Couple Through Every Season of Marriage

Every decade of married life presents its own financial risks and opportunities, and planning ahead can lay the groundwork for making wise money choices throughout the many years you’ll share together.

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Single to Married: What I’ve Learned From My First Year of Marriage

While I realize that Noah and I have plenty of mountains and valleys to travel in the years ahead, we’ve experienced growth and victories even in the start of our journey.

When the Music Fades

After the Fall, the beautiful harmony within human relationships and, in fact, the entire creation, devolved into dissonance.

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Back to the Future

If cherishing is to be pushed to an even higher level in a couple’s present experience of marriage, it will happen because they find ways not only to keep in touch with the past, but to project the past into the future.

Nourish: Treat Your Spouse in Valuable Ways

When you treat your spouse with compassion, it creates a safe environment to share your deepest thoughts and feelings.

Back From Iraq: A Readjustment Story

‘I know someday God will use what we’ve been through to help others.’

Marriage: A Sacred Dance

A basic understanding of God, and how He created humans, will help develop deeper intimacy in marriage.

Reclaiming the Heart of Marriage

God calls us to a renewed life, but it still takes patience, sacrifice, discipline and compassion.

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Responding to the Music

God has called husbands and wives to serve as unique vessels of His love for the other.

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Anyway Love

To love anyway is to love like God – and to learn about God’s love for us.

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Following the Lord’s Plan

The long haul is a day-to-day, moment-by-moment journey with each other and God.

Serving Together to Support Missionaries

While foreign missionaries are busy witnessing around the globe, they need to know that there’s a team back home supporting, encouraging and praying for them, even if they are out of sight.

Marriage: God’s Idea

If you’ve tried understanding marriage through the world, there’s a better way.

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Making Time to Talk

Many couples don’t take enough time to talk, bond and firmly connect with each other.

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An Active Commitment to Your Mate

What every man or woman owes his or her spouse is the willingness to stay committed, even if the other person fumbles the ball.

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Finding Stability Amidst Marriage Stressors

Couples lose their orientation towards God and each other when buffeted by cultural ideology, family history and personal choices that are contrary to God’s plan.