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What can Churches Do about the Attack on Biblical Marriage?

There’s a lot of chatter about the attack on Biblical marriage. Like it was something new. Actually, there’s nothing new about it. But there’s plenty that churches can do in this ongoing battle. The Attack on Biblical Marriage God’s first human institution was marriage, inaugurated with Adam and Eve in the garden. The attack began …

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Letting Go of Lost Dreams by Forgiving after Divorce

When we mentor a couple in a blended marriage, where either one or both have been married before, we make sure to talk about their relationship with their exes. Specifically, we want to impress on them the importance of forgiving after divorce, so their current marriage is free from the baggage of bitterness. My friend, …

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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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How Telling your Troubled Marriage Story may Lead to Healing

Talking about your troubled marriage can be intimidating. Consequently most couples wait up to six years before asking for help in a troubled marriage. But the only way healing can occur is to tell the story and ask for help. How do you break through the barriers and tell your story? How do you tell …

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