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It is Christmas. I have only wrapped a handful of gifts, and they are the ones I’ve already given away. Underneath our tree sits a lonely tree skirt. I have finished our Christmas cards, and they have been sent. … Continue reading
Posted in Celebrations, Difficulty, Holidays
Tagged Africa, Christ, Christmas, Christmas tree, Georgia, Holidays, Jesus, Shepherd
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10 Questions To Diagnose Your Marital Health
We are currently reading Donald Whitney’s book, Ten Questions to Diagnose Your Spiritual Health, and I must tell you, it is encouraging, convicting and compelling. I find myself responding to what I read in the way I believe the author … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Growing Strong Marriages, Spiritual Intimacy, The Gospel & Marriage
Tagged Christ, Compassion, Donald Whitney, God, Health, Jesus, marriage, Relationships, Spiritual Myopia, Spouse, Ten Questions To Diagnose Your Spiritual Health, The Great Physician
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Hindrances To A Merry Christmas #4 – Regret
Regret is a powerful master. It can hinder our best intentions, and it can paralyze our future. It invades every thought and deed and all the while robs us of the joy there is in doing good to others. What … Continue reading
Happy Hour
It’s time once again for our “Specials of the Week.” There are a lot of great blogs out there, this is merely a sampling of some of our favorite ones. Enjoy! Encourage Your Spouse Buckle In For The Ride – … Continue reading
Posted in Blog Love, Christian Marriage, Growing Strong Marriages, Happy Hour
Tagged Christ, Christian, God, Husband, marriage, relationship, This Post
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A Fragrant Aroma – How You Live
We recently saw the movie, Courageous, and we’re ashamed to admit, we assumed it would be a good story with mediocre acting as are many Christian productions. We are pleased to say loud and clear – We Were Wrong! The … Continue reading
Sharing Musts For A Healthy Marriage 4
We have been posting about “sharing musts” for the past few Sundays. Some of you probably think these are all givens, but to those who haven’t given much thought about it – we are making sure these are understood. Far … Continue reading
A Fragrant Aroma – Listen and Love
I am writing this post in a hurry. You see, my Mom called me on Wednesday morning saying she didn’t feel right – she was dizzy and her arms felt weak. I immediately asked her the stroke questions: What’s your … Continue reading
Posted in A Fragrant Aroma
Tagged Christ, Florida, God, Health, marriage, Stroke, This Post, Tom
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Sharing Musts For A Healthy Marriage 3
When we were kids one lesson our parents always tried to instill in us was a willingness to share. We had to share toys, bedrooms, TV programs and playmates. And we didn’t like it, usually. The sharing musts we’re talking … Continue reading
Water Into Wine – Proverbs 21
Having recently spent a week in the desert of Arizona, it is no wonder this verse jumped off the page to me as I read this chapter. I can not imagine why anyone would choose to live in a desert, … Continue reading
Water Into Wine – Proverbs 20
We just spent a week in AZ where there is a light ordinance. Basically what this means is the street lights must point completely downward, and they cannot be detected from over 200 ft. away. It is great for stargazing, … Continue reading
When The Wine Runs Out
J.R. Miller shared this glorious truth, which we received via Grace Gems. If you haven’t subscribed to this wonderful newsletter, we encourage you to. It always provides rich truth in which to soak your soul! “When the wine ran out, … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Growing Strong Marriages, Spiritual Intimacy
Tagged Christ, Christianity, God, Heaven, Holy Spirit, Jesus, John, Wine
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A Fragrant Aroma – Beauty in the Desert
I was born in Orlando. I have never lived outside of the state of Florida. I love the beach, and even if I am unable to go as often as I would like, just knowing it is there is a … Continue reading
Posted in A Fragrant Aroma, Blog Love, Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Growing Strong Marriages, Testimonies
Tagged Arizona, Christ, Desert, Florida, God, marriage, Orlando, Orlando Florida
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Water Into Wine – Proverbs 19
Listening is of great value, but we must be careful of what we allow ourselves to listen. Just because it can be heard doesn’t necessarily mean we should listen to it. Discernment is knowing what is profitable for our listening … Continue reading
Water Into Wine – Proverbs 18
“The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe.” – Proverbs 18:10 On Monday we received a text message from our daughter who lives in Atlanta. The storms (remnants of Lee) … Continue reading
Posted in Difficulty, Growing Strong Marriages, The Gospel & Marriage, Water Into Wine, Weekly Series
Tagged Atlanta, Christ, GA, God, Labor Day, Lord, marriage, Storm, Tornado in Woodstock, Wisdom
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Water Into Wine – Proverbs 17
Photo Credit: Huffington Post “The beginning of strife is like letting out water, so quit before the quarrel breaks out.” Proverbe 17:14 Webster’s 1828 Dictionary is the resource we turn to in order to define Biblical terms. Noah Webster … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Difficulty, Growing Strong Marriages, The Gospel & Marriage
Tagged Bible, Christ, Flood, God, Hurricane Irene, marriage, Noah Webster, relationship
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How To Encourage When Facing Discouraging Times
This is a hard one for many couples. Especially if the discouraging times are affecting you both. But. We mustn’t forget the third person in our marriage – the Lord. He is capable of lifting our spirits out of the … Continue reading
Water Into Wine – Proverbs 15
“A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” – Proverbs 15:1 If there has ever been one verse to perfectly capture my husband’s heart for life, marriage and parenting – it would be this verse. He … Continue reading
Posted in Growing Strong Marriages, The Gospel & Marriage, Water Into Wine, Weekly Series
Tagged Book of Proverbs, Christ, God, Heart, Lord, marriage, relationship, Wisdom
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A Fragrant Aroma – Our 7 Links Challenge
We want to thank Janine Ripper, of the Reflections From A Redhead blog for inviting us to take part in the 7 Links Challenge as hosted on @tripbase. The idea is to post 7 links according to their preset categories. Since … Continue reading
Water Into Wine – Proverbs 14
“Where there are no oxen, the manger is clean, but abundant crops come by the strength of the ox.” Proverbs 14:4 This verse makes us smile every time we read it. God is saying if you want to bear much … Continue reading
Happy Hour
So, here are the posts of other marriage bloggers which stood out as “special” to us. Take some time over the weekend to read and enjoy. @Awesome Husbands 100 Ways To Love Your Wife – a new blog we are … Continue reading
Posted in Blog Love, Christian Marriage, Date Night Ideas, Growing Strong Marriages, Happy Hour
Tagged Christ, Christian, God, Husband, marriage, relationship, Romance, This Post
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