For such a time as this… You Are Chosen I just love the story of Esther. A queen – beautiful, strong, and proud – and unique. However, Esther didn’t always understand how God could use her to save her people. You see, Esther was chosen. Despite unknown and even dangerous circumstances, Esther decided to lean […]
Many of us are resolution-makers and goal-setters, especially when New Year’s rolls around. So how do you and your spouse work toward a goal or keep your relationship moving forward? For quite some time, we were resolution-setters, too. We would choose a goal, hope, pray, and put in the effort. We tried to maintain enough […]
The Bible tells us the power of a word in no uncertain terms. Words According to the Bible Right out of the Book of Proverbs 18 (v.21), we read: Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits. Words aren’t something we necessarily give frequent […]
Merry almost Christmas! It’s time to celebrate Jesus and have cherished time with family and friends. But what if things aren’t so merry and bright with your relationship? We’ve developed some practical tips to help keep you focused on each other and the real reason for Christmas. We pray that you can slow down and […]
It’s a Wonderful Life. If you’ve seen this classic Christmas film, you no doubt walked away feeling uplifted and encouraged about life. But maybe your real life isn’t feeling so picturesque right now, and you’re wondering just how to get back to that wonderful, peaceful place. Life can still be beautiful, even in the pain […]
Over the years, as I’ve gained experience and wisdom, one of my goals has been to be more intentional with my life. Deliberate daily actions, from my prayer life to my relationships and thoughts. And especially in my healing. You see, when pain and hurts are left unchecked and not processed, they can grow larger […]
Sex. (I bet we just caught your attention!) How do you relate to sex and intimacy in your marriage? Do you and your spouse delight in God’s beautiful plan for physical and emotional connection through sex and share on a deeper level? Or perhaps it’s viewed less as a loving and attached experience and more […]
Communication: a process by which information is exchanged between individuals through a common system of symbols, signs, or behavior. That’s Merriam-Webster’s definition. So how do you define communication? Better yet: Communication in Marriage How is communication in your marriage? Most counselors and coaches (including us) agree that communication is foundational to a solid marriage relationship. […]
As I reflect back through the years of my life, I can see how the twists and turns, the ups and downs, were always woven by the hand of God. Some of the paths were straight, some were anything but straight, and there were many divine detours along the way! So, what exactly does a […]
Life is sailing along quite smoothly: a great job, picture-perfect kiddos who are active in all the things, a supportive spouse, and a wonderful church you attend with your family. You’re living out everything you’d ever wanted and dreamed of as a little girl! But what happens when things don’t go as planned? Your job […]
