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Marriage

Grief, Goodbyes and God

The author describes her personal story of triumph over the pain of a military deployment.

When My Husband Joined My Devotions

Together, we have unearthed one of the most overlooked secrets for a strong marriage — going into God’s presence together to pray and read His Word.

Does Your Spouse See Jesus in You?

If you really want your spouse to see Jesus in you, you have to genuinely put into practice an attitude of becoming more like Christ in everything you do.

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Faith, Family, Friends, Finances and Food

Inter-ethnic couples face key decisions early in the marriage that establish their foundation. By intentionally attending to these decisions, they leverage their differences as strengths.

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Defending Your Marriage Against Mediocrity

When couples compromise on obedience to God, their marriages drift towards mediocrity. Abundant marriage, however, is within reach when attending to five key areas.

Embracing Romantic Grief

We need to learn to embrace heartbreak and grief in order to be able to love again.

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Family Financial Fitness

If your money situation has reached the point where you find yourself sweating the arrival of each new batch of bills — if you’re habitually operating in the red and lying awake nights wondering how you’re going to make ends meet — there’s no time like the present to take things firmly in hand.

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Approaching Remarriage

Remarriage should be considered carefully and only after a couple has sought premarital counseling.

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Dr. Bill Maier on Separation

Dr. Bill Maier addresses issues involving marital separation, living apart, children and in-laws. Dr. Maier also addresses one of the most promising new forms of marital counseling called “Emotionally Focused Therapy” or “EFT.”

Chronic Illness in Marriage

Nothing quite assists a spouse in understanding his or her role of helpmate like a chronic illness.

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Does the Honeymoon Have to End?

Marriage is never perfect, but, as we try to love the other without expecting anything in return, the joys of the honeymoon stay with us still.

Gifts That Money Can’t Buy

If you’re trying to decide on a gift for your spouse, remember that handmade and creative presents are often the most meaningful.

Ten Ways to Help a Friend’s Struggling Marriage

It’s common to know someone whose marriage is in trouble and to be unsure how to help. These 10 practical tips will help you get started helping others.

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Setting Godly Boundaries in Marriage

Just as God drew a boundary to protect Adam and Eve, setting clear boundaries in marriage safeguards us from temptation and cultivates deeper intimacy.

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Resolving Conflict Over Spouse’s Friends

I don’t enjoy my husband’s circle of friends, and this is causing conflict in our marriage.

Defending Your Marriage From External Stressors

God has made provisions for you to withstand negative influences on your marriage.

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Cross-Cultural Marriage Mentoring

Cross-cultural marriage mentoring offers an attractive framework for racial and marital harmony by dispelling false assumptions and demonstrating how to constructively work through differences.

Becoming One

Becoming one is something that takes effort and persistence.

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Maximize Your Fun-Factor

In the business of life, couples in blended families often stop connecting through shared leisure time. They simply spend their time on other things. But, wise remarried couples recognize the importance of leisure, and they maximize their fun-factor.

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Husband Too Busy for Family

How can I get my husband to make our family a priority in his busy schedule?