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Category Archives: Difficulty
(S)Elf On The Shelf
Our daughter sent us a photo on the first of December. It’s of their little elf who had brought hot chocolate for their 4 children to enjoy when they 2 woke up. It’s a cute tradition many young families have … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Encouragement, Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Growing Strong Marriages, Keeping It Real
Tagged Christmas traditions, elder care, elf of the shelf, Selfishness
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Uncovering 5 Practices Detrimental To Marriage: The Final Two
The last two practices you may or may not realize you’re doing. This is why we want to shine the light on these two together. It happens when we listen to our spouse either with our mind made up based … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Conflict, Difficulty, Growing Strong Marriages
Tagged Assumption, Detriments to Marriage, Disregard
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Dissecting The Romantic Umbrella
We are members of The Christian Marriage Bloggers Association, and this month we have been challenged to write a post based on this beautiful photo by Kate Aldrich Photography of the One Flesh Marriage blog. When I saw this photo … Continue reading
7 Tips in Navigating the Waters of Change
When a couple says their wedding vows they are promising to be committed to each other through all the changes life will throw at them. Some will be expected, others will hit them out of no where making it difficult … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Difficulty, Encouraging Your Spouse, Growing Strong Marriages
Tagged Change in Marriage, Facing Unexpected Changes
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Riding The Emotional Roller Coaster
I hate roller coasters. I really do. I didn’t always, in fact my first date was when I was 14 years old. A boy asked me to go to the fair, and I couldn’t wait to go on the fastest, … Continue reading
“It’s Not What I Thought It Would Be!”
All marriages at some point come to this conclusion. You never expected it to look like this, and how did you get here in the first place? It’s certainly not what you thought it would be. Where’s the romance? Where’s … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Conflict, Difficulty, Growing Strong Marriages, Keeping It Real, Troubled Marriage
Tagged Discouragement in Marriage
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The Grieving Continues…
Heavenly Father, Our hearts are broken. We ask that you comfort the families of those facing the worst of news this week–the loss of a loved one forever. We ask that you help our local law enforcement officers as well … Continue reading
Hike And Tell – A Journey Of A Lifetime
It was a typical day for my ladies’ retreat at our cabin. We had taken an afternoon trip to Mast General Store to do some shopping when I met them–Jake and Rachel–a young couple who have launched a journey of … Continue reading
Red Lights, Green Lights, And Smoke Screens
Our marriage community group is going through a book and DVD series titled, Grace-Filled Marriage, by Tim and Darcy Kimmel. In our last session the topic was Grace-Filled Sex, and he told a story I’d like to share with you, paraphrased … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Growing Strong Marriages, Troubled Marriage
Tagged Drifting marriage, Drifting relationships, Red Light Green Light, Smoke Screen
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The Discouragement Of Besetting Sin
Our pastor shared something recently that has stuck with me. It’s regarding the idea that we are called as Christians to crucify the flesh with all its passions. While most well-taught Christians get this, we don’t all go after our … Continue reading
Decades Of Marriage – The Third Ten Years
You’ve just celebrated 20 years together. You wonder how in the world you’ve made it this far–wasn’t it yesterday when we were starting out on this adventure called marriage? Time has proven to fly, and it’s possible to feel lost … Continue reading
Happy Hour
I’m very excited to share with you a couple of new blogs I’ve discovered this past week. The first is a woman and author named Ellen Gee, who has faced tremendous battles in her life. Through her blog and her … Continue reading
Anger Crouching At The Door
Anger. It crouches at the door of marriage and seeks a way to attack. If we’re not aware of its intent, we could be assaulted without knowing what hit us until the damage has been done. It’s claws come in … Continue reading
Understanding When You Don’t Understand
The Bible commands husbands in 1 Peter 3:7 Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel, since they are heirs with you of the grace of life, so that … Continue reading
Trials In Marriage – Loving The Addict
Last week we talked to those who are caught in the web of addictions. This week we want to talk about the spouse married to the addict. This is a tough one because the trial you find yourself in often … Continue reading
Trials In Marriage – Addictions
“For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery.” – Galatians 5:1 ESV My purpose in highlighting this particular trial is not to bring condemnation to those caught in this vicious cycle. Addictions are … Continue reading
Trials In Marriage–Caring For Elderly Parents
My Mom has been gone for nearly three years, and it seems I’m missing her more now than I have in a while. I’m not sure why that is, but I’m grateful I have no regrets that haunt me about … Continue reading
Posted in Caring for Parents, Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Growing Strong Marriages, In-Laws, Seasons of Life, Showing Honor
Tagged Alzheimers, Caring For Aging Parents
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Trials In Marriage – In-Law Relationships Part 2
Today we continue our series on the topic of In-Law relationships. It’s not an easy one when it gets started on the wrong foot, but there is help. Continue reading
Posted in Caring for Parents, Christian Marriage, Difficulty
Tagged Daughter-In-Law, Ephesians 6, Father-In-Law, In-Law Relationships, Mother-In-Law, Son-In-Law
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