Relationships are built on emotional connection that comes through understanding of each other’s hopes, and dreams, and sources of deep brokenness. Most couples only get two out of three right. ♦ As married couples we all have a story to tell, our… Read More ›
Marriage
Climate Change, Evolution, Gay Marriage, and Jesus
In an environment of choice, there will always be those who choose one side or another. Or choose to not choose at all. Or go along with the cultural tide to not rock the boat. What’s a Christian to do? ♦… Read More ›
5 Essentials for Fathers
Dads are imperfect although we can lean toward greatness. This Father’s Day reflect on 5 essentials for truly effective fathering. ♦ If I had to do it all again I’d be a different Dad. I got better at it as I… Read More ›
The Islamic, Jewish, Catholic Daughter
As humans we find a common bond of unity and love for our families and those around us, even strangers, yes even restaurant waiters with divergent worldviews. ♦ The two couples and one child sat down for a sunset dinner… Read More ›
A Mother’s Prayer for Her Children
We all often acknowledge a belief in the power of prayer. Are we applying this power to the ones we hold dearest? Have you ever tried praying specific words of Scripture over your children? This one mother does. ♦ A couple… Read More ›
A Christian Valentine
St. Valentine’s martyrdom story does not seem very romantic. Does the Bible say anything about love and romance? ♦ One man, a Roman priest named Valentine, defied the edict handed down by the Emperor Claudius that prohibited the marriage of… Read More ›
A Husband’s Duty
There are 3 simple duties that men, as husbands to their wives, should be doing daily. How easy to forget; how unfortunate to do so. ♦ In the context of justifying my very busy recent business schedule, a Bible passage from… Read More ›
The Future-Spouse-Prayer Treatment
It’s sometimes hard to see beyond your children’s here and now. But they do grow up and the visions you convey to young minds have powerful implications. All the more so if you’re a person of prayer. ♦ In her broken… Read More ›
So Where Did Cain’s Wife Come From?
This is the skeptic’s favorite question. Ever wonder yourself? Are you prepared to answer it? ♦ It’s a good question. Actually a common question that has rocked the faith of many people over the years. It’s the question that unnerved a… Read More ›
The Surrender Plan
I’ve got a plan. You’ve got a plan. We all have a wonderful plan for our life. How come it sometimes doesn’t seem to work out the way we want? ♦ It’s part of our get-ahead culture to plan and prepare,… Read More ›
Maybe Marriage is for Everybody?
Many around the world believe that homosexuality is as natural as life itself and therefore should be accepted in all aspects of society, even celebrated. The marriage institution is the next pillar to fall, inevitably. Right? ♦ In Genesis 32… Read More ›
Making Choices: Door #1, #2, or #3
We’re sometimes faced with very difficult choices. Our decisions to go through one door or another can have tremendous implications for our life and others. Where is God in our decision-making? ♦ Some may remember that popular TV game show, Let’s Make… Read More ›