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Monthly Archives: July 2025
Just Sayin’…
Hump Day is hump day! Let your imagination prompt you! Grateful that there is only one who can fulfill all the longings of your heart—spirit, soul and body. God has joined you as one…enjoy the gift of oneness. Have a … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Intimacy, Physical
Tagged Hump Day, Physical intimacy
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Can We Encourage You Today?
This past week was our last community group meeting for the summer. Our church has groups that meet for three months and then takes one off. August is an “off” month. Our CG leader decided to have us spend this … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Encouragement, Christian Marriage, communication
Tagged Date Night Questions, Encouragement, Hebrews 3:13
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Avoiding The Door
Imagine living in a house that had one door you never opened; one room ignored. It is avoided because neither spouse wants to go there. Instead both go the long way around it as they live their days together. The … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Difficulty, Emotional, Growing Strong Marriages, Intimacy
Tagged disregarded, hard questions in marriage, I don’t feel heard, marriage, open door of communication
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Lessons from Yoda
We had a conversation with a young husband and father whom we have known since he was born. It was one of those talks where both of us were being encouraged; we were encouraging him with the gift God has … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Conflict, Forgiveness, Growing Strong Marriages, Keeping It Real
Tagged Conflict in Marriage, Lessons from Yoda, Name your fear
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Foodie Fridays – Salmon Tacos with Mango Peach Salsa
We love good food, so you can imagine how excited we were to travel to New England. We had visions of lobster this and lobster that, but unfortunately the food left us wanting. We don’t know if it was us … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays
Tagged cilantro lime crema, Foodie Fridays, mango peach salsa, recipes, Salmon tacos
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How To Stay Emotionally Connected In Marriage
Let’s face it, this isn’t an easy task in any season of marriage. Emotions differ from day-to-day, and if there is no intentional plans to stay connected, drift will happen. Drift is slow movement with no control of direction. Hardly … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Encouragement, Christian Marriage, communication, Emotional, Intimacy
Tagged Andrew Murray, Emotional Connection, Humility
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When Love Feels Hard
Marriage isn’t always what we pictured on our wedding day. Some seasons feel more like dry, cracked ground—where misunderstandings pile up, hearts grow distant, and love feels like a duty, not a delight. I’ve been there. And if you’re honest, … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Encouragement, Christian Marriage, Difficulty
Tagged Prayer, Surrender, When Love Feels Hard
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Goodbye Is Not The End
My heart has been grieving for the families devastated by the flood that swept their loved ones away. In an hour’s time, those who were are no more. My heart breaks for the loss of those I’ve never met, because … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Death and Grieving, Difficulty, Music, Prayer, Seasons of Life
Tagged Cain, Guadalupe River Flood, Psalm 34 18, Texas, The Commission
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Vintage Post – Your Past Does Not Define You
The following was first published in February 2019. I am often tempted to let my past influence my present. Maybe you can relate… Did you know that if you are a Christian your past sins no longer define you? You … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Encouragement, Christian Marriage, Keeping It Real, Repentance, Temptation, Vintage Posts
Tagged Grace, Regret, Vintage Post, Your Past Doesn’t Define You
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