Is Money a Source of Conflict?

Am I the Problem in My Marriage?

"It may feel uncomfortable, but we will never overcome our issues without first admitting that what we are doing or how we are doing it is a problem. So, take a deep breath, and ponder each of these questions to see if there are negative behaviors you can get rid of for the sake of your marriage".....

https://marriagetoday.com/how-to-overcome-negative-behaviors-that-are-hurting-your-marriage/

Praying for Your Wife

"As her husband, you are her chief prayer warrior. This requires you to know her well and to stay tuned to her needs so that you can pray wisely. Let’s consider some ways in which we can equip ourselves to pray significant, powerful prayers for our wives".....

https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/staying-married/husbands/praying-for-your-wife/

When Everything is About Me! Me! Me!

"Marriage works when a husband and wife remember that they are two sinners living together in a state of grace. It stops working when either of them forgets".....

https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/staying-married/gods-plan-for-marriage/when-everything-is-about-me-me-me/

Episode 6: Conversations with Couples

Real Love vs. Fake Love

"Ever noticed when people talk about real love—they seem to be describing fake love?You make me happy all the time.Love means never having to say you’re sorry.We never fight.He loves me like I am.I never need to change.I’m following my heart.I could never be annoyed with you".....

https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/staying-married/real-love-vs-fake-love-what-does-real-love-look-like/

5 Signs Your Wife Needs You to Step Up Your Game

"Even in solid marriages, men should be looking for ways to get better at understanding and loving our wives, unconditionally and sacrificially. Our wives can show us how. Here are 5 signs your wife needs you to step up your game (that you might be missing)".....

http://www.markmerrill.com/5-signs-wife-needs-you-to-step-up-game/

repentance

Be Aware

Help! My Spouse Gets Controlling When We Disagree

Does this scenario sound familiar? Most of the time, you and your spouse tend to have a peaceful relationship…until you get into a disagreement. And during those times, you feel like you barely recognize them.

https://www.symbis.com/blog/help-my-spouse-gets-controlling-when-we-disagree/

What if the goal is not to agree?

“'Let’s redefine your goal,' I offered Cecily.  'What if the goal is not to agree, but instead to see and be seen?' We know from Gottman research that it isn’t agreement that makes couples happy. In fact, the happiest couples disagree on about 69% of issues, and possibly even core values like politics and religion. What happens in the brain when we’re seen".....

https://www.gottman.com/blog/what-to-do-when-you-disagree/

Tired of Fighting About the Same Things?

"Relational experts break marital conflict into two broad categories: conflicts that can be resolved and conflicts that can’t and are perpetual. What are the types of issues or conflicts that fall in the irresolvable, perpetual category?".....

https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/staying-married/resolving-conflict/tired-of-fighting-about-the-same-things/

Fighting for Your Marriage When Life Beats You Up

"The unexpected happens to all of us, but there are some things that not only come as a surprise, they turn life on its head. And in those moments, marriage is often the relationship that takes the hardest hit".....

https://churchleaders.com/pastors/pastor-articles/378526-fighting-for-your-marriage-when-life-beats-you-up.html

40 Things Husbands Should Stop Doing

"Some down-to-earth, practical advice for men who want to step up to their responsibilities".....

https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/staying-married/husbands/40-things-husbands-should-stop-doing/

15 Things Wives Should Stop Doing (according to Women)

"I asked some girlfriends, 'What should a wife stop doing if she wants to improve her marriage?' This list is based on their responses".....

https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/staying-married/wives/15-things-wives-should-stop-doing/

COVID-19 is Killing the Soulmate Model of Marriage. Good.

"The soulmate model of marriage, which took root in the 1970s, rests on the idea that wedlock is primarily about an intense emotional or romantic connection between two people that should last only as long as that connection remains happy, fulfilling, and life-giving to the self".....

https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2020/july-august/coronavirus-covid-19-killing-soulmate-model-marriage-good.html

Fall in Love All Over Again

"Dr. John Gottman, the nation’s leading marriage researcher, suggests that couples hoping to spark romance need to turn towards each other even when they don’t feel like it. Yes, even when you’re exhausted or irritated. Friendship is absolutely essential to thriving marriages. In relationships that thrive, partners consistently make and receive bids for positive connection".....

https://www.gottman.com/blog/16-ways-to-fall-in-love-all-over-again/