If you and your spouse look for unexpected gifts in your life this Christmas, you just may find a blessing in working together to manage family dynamics during the holiday season.
Marriage
How do you heal from infidelity? It’s hard work to rebuild trust and intimacy after the betrayal of infidelity, but when both partners are willing to do the work, it’s worth it. It is possible to move forward. It involves a lot of hard conversations and deep introspection, as well as rekindling intimacy and passion.
Can men and women be friends? In short, yes. But those friendships should come with boundaries. Opposite-sex friendships should be casual and not close. Always prioritize your relationship with your spouse and build shared social networks with him or her. Be mindful of your interactions and set guidelines for how you interact with opposite-sex friends.
What are the roles of Christian men and women in marriage? And why does it matter? Here are a few things to consider.
The book of Ruth reveals more than a love story between two people—it’s a story of God’s redeeming love that reaches every generation and every nation.
Do you find that holiday planning drives you and your spouse apart? Add a little joy to your Christmas season by getting organized together.
Three types of emotional abuse can easily be disguised: gaslighting, retaliation and projection. Recognize when you’re in an emotionally abusive relationship.
Alienation, anger, and anxiety developed from a young age will likely show up in your marriage, too. If you and your spouse could better understand what drives your “default reaction” or unhealthy coping skills, you could grow and move toward healthier responses in your marriage.
Do you tend to offer your spouse authentic apologies, or cheap one-liners? Many of us need to learn to offer true apologies. But a thriving marriage requires two spouses who are good at giving and receiving apologies. Healing may take time, but forgiveness is immediate.
Many couples face perpetual conflicts in their marriages. Because you and your spouse are different people, when you marry, you are choosing a set of constant disagreements. If they are not handled well, they can become a marriage-killing cycle. But if you follow a few basic principles, they don’t have to derail your relationship.
When you realize your marriage is in need of restoration, you can always turn to God. Asking God to heal the key aspects of your marriage like commitment, communication, connection, and intimacy, can refocus you on what really matters. The power of prayer can give you hope for a better marriage, and the courage to …
What is it about your spouse that you are most grateful for? Take time today to write a gratitude list and then say a prayer of thanks to God for your spouse.
It’s hard to be thankful when the holiday falls apart. This Thanksgiving, remember that God is working in you and never gives up on you.
The Bible tells us to “outdo one another in showing honor.” What does that mean for you and your spouse?
It’s time to break free from what’s breaking your marriage by letting go of the sins and behaviors that harm your relationship.
Warning signs alert us when the Enemy attacks your marriage. Learn how to be victorious against the Devil’s schemes.
No one thanks the light switch for doing its job. But it’s essential. Just as you rely on the switch to work, your spouse relies on you to show up day after day.
Your heart deserves Fort Knox-levels of protection. Put Proverbs 4:23 into action and “Keep your heart with all vigilance.”
Today’s Scripture “The name of the LORD is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe” (Proverbs 18:10, NIV) Today’s Devotion Sometimes when I’m working from home, I’ll take a few minutes to enjoy the view from our kitchen window. We’re blessed to work in Colorado Springs where the mountains are across …
Every couple faces stress, but strong marriages don’t just survive—they grow. Learn how faith, trust, and perseverance can deepen your connection.