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Category Archives: Christian Marriage
Solid Rock
Yesterday we shared the importance of dealing with offenses as they happen. And happen they will! Today I was reminded of another One who left His mark on our marriage—etched in stone, as it were. Jesus is our solid rock, … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Encouragement, Christian Marriage, communication, Conflict
Tagged 1 Timothy 1:15, Firm Foundation, Marriage offenses, Solid Rock
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Dust or Stone
It is time for a heart check up. Not the kind where you go to the doctor, but the kind where you go to God. Marriage is challenging on many levels and the opportunity for being hurt or offended is … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Encouragement, Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Forgiveness, Keeping It Real
Tagged Conflict in Marriage, Dust or Stone, Forgiveness, James 1, Offenses in Marriage
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Foodie Fridays – Shaved Beef Stir Fry
The Super Bowl food this year was a huge hit. I made Philly Cheesesteaks in anticipation of the Eagles win over the Chiefs. They succeeded too…40-22, in case you missed it. We were still sad that our food of the … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays
Tagged Foodie Fridays, my husband cooks, recipes, Shaved Beef Stir Fry
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Vintage Post—Valentine’s Hype or Help?
Today’s post was originally shared in 2013, but the message is just as important today. I can’t count the number of couples I talk to who choose not to celebrate Valentine’s Day. They say it’s just another day where Hallmark, … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Holidays, Romance in Marriage, Valentine's Day
Tagged Valentine's Day Ideas
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Valentine’s Day Tips
This is the one day set aside for you to make the most of your love. But where do you start? Think of the things your spouse loves. How can you highlight these things in an unexpected way? Examples: If … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Holidays, Valentine's Day
Tagged Tips, Valentine's Day
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Foodie Fridays – Fried Eggplant
This is a dish my husband introduced to me when we were first married. I had never heard of eggplant much less learned to love it. If you find yourself in the same place, you are about to find a … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays
Tagged Farmers Market, Fried Eggplant, Super Bowl Appetizers
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Constant
This is a word that defines Tom’s leadership and love in our marriage. We have been members of our church from day one—40 years ago this April. We have lived in the same home for 33 years this fall. Tom … Continue reading
Posted in Celebrations, Christian Marriage, Growing Strong Marriages, Priorities
Tagged Constant, marriage
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Humility
“Unity grows where humility flows.” David Bush Tom and I had the privilege this Sunday to attend a grand opening celebration. It was for a church in Miami that our church planted 28 years ago. They just acquired a permanent … Continue reading
Posted in Celebrations, Christian Marriage, Conflict, Growing Strong Marriages
Tagged church plants, faithfulness, Humility, marriage, unity
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Foodie Fridays – Triple Cherry Pie
We have a tradition in our family. Rather than celebrate birthdays with cake, I bake birthday pie. This week we had our daughter and grandchildren here and it happened to fall on our grandson’s 15th birthday. He was asked what … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays
Tagged birthday pie, Celebrations, family traditions, recipes, triple cherry pie
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Foodie Fridays – Baked Feta with Cherry Tomatoes
Sometimes you happen upon a recipe that is so easy and delicious. We had this at our daughter’s during the holidays and as I watched her throw it together, I didn’t think it would be incredible. I am surprised to … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays
Tagged Alexandra cooks.com, Baked Feta and Cherry Tomato Bake
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15 Tips for Communication in Marriage
We thought it would be good to offer some practical tips and quotes after our post on Monday. Let us know in the comments if you have more tips to add. We all need help to be good communicators in … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication
Tagged marriage tips for good communication
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Only One Thing Is Necessary
“But the Lord replied to her, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and bothered and anxious about so many things; but only one thing is necessary, for Mary has chosen the good part [that which is to her advantage], which will … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Encouragement, Christian Marriage, communication, Keeping It Real
Tagged attention spans, Paul David Tripp, smart phone distractions, What Did Your Expect?
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Foodie Fridays – Chicken Parmesan GF
I am not gluten sensitive, but our daughter has celiac disease. This has caused me to try GF recipes from time to time in order to still cook for her when she visits. She mentioned to me that she made … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays
Tagged Chicken Parmesan, Foodie Fridays, Marinara sauce, recipes
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Vintage Post: If Marriage Had A Fountain Of Youth
I remember as a child hearing of Ponce de Leon’s pursuit of The Fountain Of Youth. It was said to be somewhere in Florida, and it was told he spent his life trying to find it. But he never did … Continue reading
Posted in Aging, Christian Marriage, Seasons of Life, Vintage Posts
Tagged Fountain Of Youth, Grow Old With Me, marriage
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Foodie Fridays – Holiday Food in Photos
We are on the road home—full of good food and great memories. Happy New Year! We are grateful for you all. Tom and Debi ❤️❤️
20 Questions for the New Year
It’s a good habit to pause at the beginning of a new year and reflect on the year before to help you make changes in the year ahead. We encourage you to plan some undistracted time–no screens, no kids, no … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Growing Strong Marriages, Holidays, New Year's Eve
Tagged New Year, questions
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Foodie Fridays – Sauerbraten
This Christmas we traveled to Tennessee to visit our son and daughter-in-love and four grandkiddos. Imagine our excitement to hear Jason was making us Sauerbraten and Braised Cabbage with Apples and Bacon for our Christmas feast? Tom’s Dad is German … Continue reading
The Hidden Package
About now most of us have our shopping list completed or close to it. You may be like me, hoping Amazon comes through by the 24th. But there is also an invisible package many of us have under our tree. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Christmas, Growing Strong Marriages, Holidays
Tagged expectations, the hidden gift
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Foodie Fridays – Turkey Carcass Soup
The name of this recipe isn’t appetizing. However, this is what the soup entails, so I kept it for clarity purposes. I imagine most of you threw away what was left of your Thanksgiving turkey. I encourage you to file … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays, Holidays, thanksgiving
Tagged cooking together in marriage, Foodie Fridays, Gonna Want Seconds, recipes, Turkey Carcass Soup
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