Category Archives: Christian Marriage

Everyday Ways to Nurture Your Marriage

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Debi Walter

On Monday we talked about treating your spouse well above all else. Today we want to share some ideas to help you keep the motivation going. Pick one a week for the next few weeks without telling your spouse. Let … Continue reading →

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Above All

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Debi Walter

When life gets busy, priorities often suffer. That’s when we need the Word of God to bring clarity and correction to our marriage. Colossians 3:14 says, “And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.” How are you … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Vacation Food Favorites

Posted on August 8, 2025 by Debi Walter

We took a spontaneous trip to the High Country of North Carolina to escape the extreme August heat in Florida. When you’re retired you can do this! There is no way we can choose just one dish, so we decided … Continue reading →

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Fog In Marriage

Posted on August 6, 2025 by Debi Walter

On Monday’s post I shared about the plans we expect vs. what we’re given. It has been a week of asking God to help me see what He gives as a blessing, rather than a disappointment. When I complain about … Continue reading →

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Expected vs. Given

Posted on August 4, 2025 by Debi Walter

We’ve all been there; we have great expectations for a date, a vacation, a party or even weather. And when the time comes it is “less than”. This summer Tom and I had great expectations for time away in New … Continue reading →

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Foodie Friday – Fried Rice

Posted on August 1, 2025 by Debi Walter

Fried rice is a favorite of mine because it uses up leftovers in a fresh way. And there is no limit to the varieties you can make. Last week Tom was making chicken wings and fried rice seemed the perfect … Continue reading →

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Just Sayin’…

Posted on July 30, 2025 by Debi Walter

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 →

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Can We Encourage You Today?

Posted on July 28, 2025 by Debi Walter

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 →

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Avoiding The Door

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Debi Walter

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 →

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Lessons from Yoda

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Debi Walter

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 →

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Foodie Fridays – Salmon Tacos with Mango Peach Salsa

Posted on July 18, 2025 by Debi Walter

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 →

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How To Stay Emotionally Connected In Marriage

Posted on July 16, 2025 by Debi Walter

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 →

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When Love Feels Hard

Posted on July 14, 2025 by Debi Walter

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 →

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Goodbye Is Not The End

Posted on July 9, 2025 by Debi Walter

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 →

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Vintage Post – Your Past Does Not Define You

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Debi Walter

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 →

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Foodie Friday – Special Edition

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Debi Walter

I know we told you we were going to be away for a couple of weeks, and we are. But today something happened that is on the level of lifetime dreams for me (Debi). Tom and I both wanted to … Continue reading →

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Up, Up and Away

Posted on June 18, 2025 by Debi Walter

Today marks the start of our summer vacation and 47 years since our first date. We are excited for the time away and wanted to let you know why our posts will be absent until July. We encourage you to … Continue reading →

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Basking

Posted on June 16, 2025 by Debi Walter

Yesterday was Father’s Day. I planned a dinner for the dads in our life who live close. Our table was full—twelve souls gathered to delight in the gift of good fathers who love well. The meal was simple, but one … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Glazed Ham Steak

Posted on June 13, 2025 by Debi Walter

Our grocery store has ham steaks on BOGO this week, so I put them in the cart not sure what I would do with them. At any rate, I knew it would be a quick dinner to prepare during a … Continue reading →

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Fighting Fair

Posted on June 9, 2025 by Debi Walter

Fighting looks different for every marriage. * Some are silent fighters—the cold shoulder is their weapon of choice. * Some are score keepers—their weapon of choice is a list of wrongs suffered. * Some are angry—their weapon of choice is … Continue reading →

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