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Make Couple Friends in Small Groups – Includes Recommendations

Joining a small group can be one of the easiest ways to make couple friends. Fall is a great time to find new groups opening up in your church, or you could start one yourself. Read on for some great recommendations. Why is it Important to make couple friends? In the years we’ve been mentoring …

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What does your Anniversary Timeline reveal about your Faith?

Celebrate your Marriage with an Anniversary Timeline

An anniversary is a notable event which we often mark with a dinner out or a getaway for just the two of us. This year, why not do something different and celebrate with an Anniversary Timeline? What is an Anniversary Timeline? There are many ways to celebrate your marriage. For instance, here is an article …

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How not to communicate in marriage!

Keys to Mastering Healthy Communication Techniques for Lasting Love

This is us, t-shirts revealing our original communication techniques. Bruce’s was, “To save time, let’s just assume I’m never wrong!” Mine was, “I’m just going to nod and act like I’m listening.” Both of us had very unhealthy marriage communication patterns, and they didn’t lead to harmony. Speaking of harmony, before I chose a title …

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Go to Bed Angry or Don’t Go to Bed Angry; That isn’t the Question!

Should we go to bed angry or not? When you and your spouse have an argument late at night, should you stay up and work through it or put it off until tomorrow? There are two sides to this issue and each have valid points. But what if neither option is the right one? Here’s …

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The Good News about Marriage: There is Hope!

The Good News about Marriage by Shaunti Feldhahn and Tally Whitehead is still providing hope to hurting marriages. Here’s how to debunk discouraging myths about marriage and find hope. What is the Good News about Marriage? Have you ever heard someone say that the divorce rate in the US is 50 percent? Or that it …

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For the Broken Heart on Valentines Day: How to Fall Back in Love Again

Having a broken heart on February 14 just doesn’t seem right. But several years ago, I wrote a blog post titled, “How to Survive a Broken Heart.” It was one of my most read posts…on Valentine’s Day. That was a wake-up call for me. This is not just a joyful day for those who are …

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