Thursday, September 29, 2016

The Seed of Divorce



"In every marriage is an issue, a belief, a habit, a heart idolatry—indeed, many of them—that can lead easily and naturally to the complete destruction of the union"....

http://www.challies.com/christian-living/the-seed-of-divorce

Wednesday, September 28, 2016

Divorce-Proof Your Marriage Before You Get Engaged

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"Nobody enters marriage expecting it to end in divorce. Yet, if statistics hold true, this is what happens to about half of all couples in their first marriage. However, there are a few steps you can take that will help you divorce-proof your marriage, even prior to getting engaged.".....

Your marriage needs a "kid-free" adventure

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"If you and your spouse have children, you know that parenthood is an all-consuming role–especially when the kids are young. Daily routines trump adventure most days, and you find yourself longing for a little time alone together. You might feel a little guilty at the thought of taking a kid-free adventure together, but trust us–it’s healthy for your marriage, for the two of you as individuals, and for your kids, too!"....

Tuesday, September 27, 2016

Marriage on the Edge of Eternity

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"Eternity changes how we enjoy marriage and everything else in this life. Eternity changes how we love. It would be unloving to get my wife and kids so focused on this life that they are unprepared for the next.".....

Monday, September 26, 2016

Me, My Anger & My Marriage

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“Over the past few years, it seems like your default response to things, (situations, relationships, etc.) that you don’t like or feel uncomfortable with, is anger. You know there are other ways you can respond?”....

Thursday, September 22, 2016

6 Marks of a Healthy Sexuality

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"It’s not inappropriate to ask what is most pleasurable or most exciting for married couples, but meaningful lovemaking is so much more than creating greater sexual arousal and climaxes. That’s why it’s not a bad idea to also ask “What are the markers of a wholesome sexual experience that is accomplishing God’s relational intent?”.....

http://www.garythomas.com/6-marks-of-healthy-sexuality/

Wednesday, September 21, 2016

Our Friends...are they hurting or helping our marriage?

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"...even though you can have great friendships going on like King David and Jonathan had (as shown in the Bible), sometimes the ongoing relationship needs to be ended if they become toxic —especially if they become toxic to your marriage. Some friends just aren’t good for the health of your marriage, or your very life".....