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Physician or Prosecutor?
In one our favorite marriage books, Cherish, Gary Thomas uses a very helpful metaphor in how to help your spouse. We all have things we do wrong at some point in our relationship whether it is blatant sin against each … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Encouragement, Christian Marriage, Conflict
Tagged But God, Cherish, Gary Thomas, Romans 12, Vow Keepers
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It’s Not too Late…
You’ve heard us mention the Married Christian Sex conference that’s coming up starting October 2nd. Why Is This Good For Your Marriage? 1. The conference will be online, so you and your spouse can stream each session over the next … Continue reading
Great Married Christian Sex Takes Effort.
This title alone may have caught your interest because once you’re married it is assumed you’ll have great sex. But sadly for many couples they struggle in their sex life from day one. It can become an increasing source of … Continue reading
Pause and Consider
We all have one, at least one, but we may not realize it because of our lack of pausing and considering it. I’m talking about an area of strength in your marriage. Oftentimes we focus on what is lacking and … Continue reading
Top Ten Ways To Help A Marriage Vineyard Grow
There is something about relationships formed through blogs that are different than your normal face-to-face kind of friendships. You can have the same familiarity, the same understanding, the same biblical fellowship (relating with each other from a Christian, Bible-based worldview), … Continue reading
Have You Entered Our Giveaway?
We want to give away a Cherish Your Spouse package that includes a copy of Gary Thomas’ book, Cherish, and a copy of our book, Cherishing Us – 365 Healthy Tips from The Romantic Vineyard. How to enter: 1. Comment … Continue reading
Posted in Cherish Your Spouse Giveaway, Cherishing, Christian Marriage
Tagged Cherishing Us, Cherishing Your Spouse, Gary Thomas
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A Personal Marriage Designer (and a Cherish Your Spouse Giveaway)i
When Tom and I began The Romantic Vineyard nearly a decade ago (where has the time gone?), we chose the title because we had no better words to describe our passion–romance in marriage. This has been our calling in life … Continue reading
Posted in Cherish Your Spouse Giveaway, Cherishing, Christian Marriage, Contests
Tagged Cherish, Contests, Gary Thomas
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My Marriage Is Mediocre—Now What?
In our last post we shared 11 possible indicators your marriage might be mediocre. Today we want to offer some practical tips to help get you out of this trap. As a reminder here is our list: Your life revolves … Continue reading
Posted in Boredom, Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Growing Strong Marriages, Troubled Marriage
Tagged Boredom, Cherish, Fix a mediocre marriage, Gary Thomas, Kevin Leman, marriage, Marriage help, Sheet Music
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What Is THE MOST Important Aspect of a Healthy Marriage?
Do you know what the most important aspect of a healthy marriage is? We believe it’s communication. Learn how to talk, listen and respond in a God-glorifying way and your marriage is sure to not only survive, but thrive. We … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication
Tagged Communication Skills, Gary Thomas, Strong Marriage
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Happy Hour
Ask Pastor John Is Oral Sex Okay? – John Piper answers this common question for married couples wanting to know. Gary Thomas The Ebb and Flow Of Physical Attraction in Marriage – a good reminder. Intimacy In Marriage Sex Isn’t … Continue reading
Posted in Aging, Blog Love, Happy Hour, Keeping It Real, Seasons of Life, Sexual Intimacy
Tagged Blog Love, Gary Thomas, Happy Hour, Sexual intimacy
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Happy Hour
It’s time for some of our favorite blog posts from the past week. Take some time a read these excellent posts. Your marriage will thank you! Gary Thomas The Evil In Marriage We Rarely Mention – This post will make you … Continue reading
Posted in Blog Love, Christian Marriage, Happy Hour, Sexual Intimacy
Tagged anniversaries, Chicago, Gary Thomas, Sexual intimacy
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Happy Hour
Gary Thomas Taking Action – this post is challenging and practical for wives, but it also can apply to husbands if you change the gender as you read. Here is a quote to whet your appetite for more: Your future … Continue reading
Posted in Blog Love, Christian Marriage, Growing Strong Marriages, Happy Hour, Newlyweds
Tagged Gary Thomas, Loving Him Well, marriage, Newlywed advice, Sheila Gregoire
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The Attributes of a Healthy Marriage – Cherish
Cherish is a word most of us use in our wedding vows, but most likely don’t realize what it means. Cherish: to keep or cultivate with care and affection; to entertain or harbor in the mind deeply and resolutely; (“Cherish.” Merriam-Webster.com. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Encouraging Your Spouse
Tagged Attributes of a Healthy Marriage, Cherish, Gary Thomas
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Keeping It Real–Worth The Effort
If you haven’t figured it out by now, I love parties. I love holidays. I love surprises. I love celebrations. Since Tom has retired it makes it very difficult to surprise him. He is almost always home when I’m home. … Continue reading
Cherish – From Obligation To Delight
Hey. Tom here this time sharing with you my review of a new book written by Gary Thomas. You know him for his excellent book titled, Sacred Marriage, I hope you’ll get to know him even more by buying and … Continue reading
Vintage Post – What Is Biblical Fellowship?
We recently heard it said that Christian married couples who have been happily married for many years usually have one thing in common — they share biblical fellowship regularly. What is biblical fellowship? It is communicating with your spouse openly … Continue reading
The Hazards Of Growing Closer
Did you know that marriage comes with a warning label? Ok. We all know it doesn’t, but it should. Marriage is the closest you’ll ever be to someone in this life. Your spouse knows everything about you, your good side, … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Growing Strong Marriages, The Gospel & Marriage
Tagged Gary Thomas, Sacred Marriage
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But I’m Bored
I remember when my kids used to say this to me all the time. I countered their whining with, “if you’re bored, then I’ll give you more chores to fill your time.” They learned not to say that anymore. But it … Continue reading
Posted in Boredom, Christian Marriage, communication, Growing Strong Marriages, Seasons of Life, The Gospel & Marriage
Tagged Boredom, Gary Thomas, God, I'm Bored, marriage, Monday, Pascal, Relationships
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Entering The Quiet – A Slow Reentry After Prayer
Today we provide the fourth theme on entering the quiet place that Gary Thomas shares from his book, Seeking The Face Of God. 4. A Slow Re-Entry After Prayer – Since spiritual contemplation is largely a lost art in today’s … Continue reading
Entering The Quiet – A Limited Curiosity
It is ironic that this post is taking place the week leading up to the biggest, most important election America has ever seen. The values and goals of each candidate couldn’t be more different and whomever is chosen to lead … Continue reading
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