Love is not an Emotion
Love is often misunderstood leading couples to wonder why it doesn’t last over time.
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Build a Solid Foundation for your Marriage
The Bible tells us to build our lives on the solid foundation of Christ’s words and teachings. It’s like building on a rock. Doing otherwise is like building on sand, where nothing can withstand the storms that life brings. Marriage is no different. We need… Read More »Build a Solid Foundation for your Marriage
Appreciation
I love the word appreciation. It has a wide range of specific meanings, all revolving around the concept of value. Items of value increase in worth over time. If you buy a house, it typically appreciates over time. You sell it for more than you… Read More »Appreciation
Trust is not a Goal, It’s an Indicator of Intimacy
Trust. A simple concept in theory. If you do what you say you will do (or don’t do what you say you won’t do), I will trust you. Violate that, and distrust emerges quickly. Many people are reluctant to trust quickly. Trust must be earned… Read More »Trust is not a Goal, It’s an Indicator of Intimacy
Change is a Powerful Thing
This whole experience has been a mixed blessing for our marriage. The move itself was trying and I know we frustrated each other with our different styles and approaches to the project. But far more important is the blessing that we are now experiencing as we explore and discover the new area in which we live.
Life as a Jigsaw Puzzle
I like jigsaw puzzles. But I have to admit, I am very dependent on seeing the image on the box. For every piece I pick up, I look to the box to see where it might fit. Once I know about where it goes, I… Read More »Life as a Jigsaw Puzzle
Appreciation is Key in Marriage
Appreciation is something we see too little of in marriages. It seems over time we come to accept our spouse for who they are and take their special gifts and contributions for granted. I appreciate that my wife is not just like me. I’ll admit,… Read More »Appreciation is Key in Marriage