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Shadow of a man with an abusive wife. He sits alone with his head in his hands, grappling with the fact that women abuse men too.

Male Abuse in Marriage? Why an Abusive Wife Is No Laughing Matter

Can men experience abuse in marriage? Why is it so hard to see a man as a victim of abuse?

A man comforts his sad wife. Here's how to help a depressed spouse.

How to Help a Depressed Spouse

It’s not easy to know how to help a depressed spouse, but this advice can get you started.

A wife comforts her husband. It's important for wives to help their sexually abused husbands.

Helping Your Sexually Abused Husband

Was your husband was sexually abused as a child? Don’t be afraid to take it slow with him, as healing takes time and patience.

husband and wife rejoicing over good news they are reading Supporting your spouse's goals is good for your marriage.

Supporting Your Spouse’s Goals Is Good for Your Marriage

God has placed passions in your heart—and also in your spouse’s. Encourage each other in following dreams, even if you have to step out of your comfort zone to do it. You’ll enjoy a richer marriage.

A couple sits on a couch in verbal conflict. they can build a healthy marriage with authentic communication.

How to Build a Healthy Marriage With Authentic Communication

An affair, pornography addiction and trying to please everyone without caring for self. How could Karen and Bill sort out all of their issues and build a healthy marriage with authentic communication?

A couple sitting on the couch communicating with clarity, timing and tempo.

Communicate with Clarity, Timing and Tempo

Great communication is more than an illusion

A young husband pleads his case with his wife while she holds her head in frustration. The wife wants better communication.

Wife Wants Better Communication in Marriage: A Guide for Mentors

When talk between spouses seems shallow to them, what’s missing? How can you help a couple have better communication in marriage?

A young wife gives her husband encouragement.

Encouraging Your Spouse through Positive Communication

Couples can build a healthy marriage when they offer encouragement to bring about change, growth and the fulfillment of potential.

Communicating your expectations in marriage is important. A young couple sits at a table talking about their expectations in their marriage.

How to Communicate Your Expectations in Marriage

I’ve yet to meet a married couple who didn’t struggle with unspoken expectations. By learning to talk about expectations in your marriage, you can begin to establish a more satisfying relationship.

A Bible sits open with a ribbon bookmark running down the middle.

Overcoming a Bad Church Experience

If you or your spouse have had a bad church experience in the past, you’re not alone.

A husband and wife sitting on a couch talking to each other. There are four types of communication to strengthen your marriage.

Four Types of Communication to Strengthen Your Marriage

The key to a great marriage is communication. What kind of communication? Dr. Greg Smalley recommends couples have four key marriage conversations.

An extended African American family of two parents, two grandparents, and two kids sit on a couch enjoying each other's company. Setting boundaries with in-laws is important.

Setting Boundaries with In-Laws and Relatives

Dr. Bill Maier addresses the issue of in-law relationships, drawing boundaries, and help for when a family member drops in uninvitedly.

This advice for in-laws can keep great relationships with married children, like this photo of an elderly couple with their married children illustrates.

Advice for In-Laws to Avoid Conflict with Married Children

Healthy in-law relationships contribute to the success of marriage.

A woman stands alone annoyed by her husband confiding in his mother about their relationship. Here are some tips for cutting your spouse's apron strings.

Cutting Your Spouse’s Apron Strings

Maintaining relationships with our parents is usually beneficial, but problems arise if certain factors are present.

A photo of a young couple welcoming their in-laws to their house. Getting along with your in-laws requires civility.

Getting Along With Your In-Laws

Getting along with your in-laws may not be easy, but these practical tips will help you make the best of it.

Good relationships with your in-laws is important. Here's an extended family laughing and getting along well.

Myths and Realities of Extended Families

Your relationship with your in-laws will probably change once you get married.

photo of Dr. Greg Smalley pushing his wife Erin on the swings. They have a love that has and will last a lifetime.

Lifetime Love: Advice from Couples Who Made Marriage Last

We’d be wise to listen to those who have been married for a long time. They have important information for us. These five lessons can help us build a strong foundation for a life-long marriage.

A young couple in a kitchen talking to their in-laws. Controlling in-laws trying to run your life is a difficult challenge.

What If In-Laws Try to Run Our Lives?

Relating to controlling in-laws is one of the trickiest problems a marriage can face. If you believe your in-laws are trying to run your life, the following principles might help.

Managing Conflict with your in-laws is very important. Here we see a harmonious family with two in-laws, a young couple and their two kids.

Managing Conflict With In-Laws

You don’t just marry your spouse … you marry their family. And that can be difficult. Learn how to set healthy boundaries and love your in-laws.

A younger couple sits with an older couple on couches in a living room.

How Your Relationship with Your In-Laws Impacts Your Marriage

Do you get along with your in-laws?