There’s a big difference between something that is imprisoned and something that is dead. I came to realize the distinctions in a personal time of worship and prayer. I was basking in the lyrics of a powerful Spotify playlist. I had all the big hitters lined up – Hillsong United, All Sons and Daughters, Kari, Jen and Brian Johnson… and…
“Carl and I married very young and one of many things that has helped us in our years of marriage has been that we are truly best friends. There are moments and situations in our marriage that require me to listen to Carl’s perspective as a man not as my husband. There are certain things that men process differently, and…
“Do not avoid tough conversations in an attempt to keep peace. Work to be your authentic selves with each other, work to not wear a mask with one another and work to address points of conflict in love. Doing so can help you love deeper, forgive offenses faster and keep the enemy from finding footholds.” – Ashley B. Today’s Featured…
“Ok, so here are a few thoughts: 1. It’s not more important that you’re right. 2. Learn how to fight so you don’t wait until there is too much hurt & anger that then causes hurtful things to be said. You have to bring whatever it is that has hurt you or bothered you early on, don’t wait until you’re…
“Have at least one person that you allow inside your marriage who sees the crap part. Maybe someone older, someone who can pour wisdom into you, and believes in your marriage.” – Joseph C. Today’s Featured Couple: Trey and Joanna GarrisonPhoto Cred: Heather Brock Check out this similar post!
“Learning to live in the truth that conflict in marriage is almost always God trying to bring my flesh to the surface so he can cut it off. Even if my spouse is totally in the wrong. Trying to ‘fix her’ never works. Humbling myself and allowing God to fix me, almost always works.” – Nathan B. Today’s Featured Couple:…
“When I felt insecure in our marriage early on, I would fault my husband for my feelings and we would argue. I’ve since learned to put my fears or anger on the shelf, give him a big hug when he walks in the door and help foster warmth between us. I’ve found that either it’s a great atmosphere to be…
“The biggest thing that helped me/us and moved our marriage along is when I finally decided to let her be herself. Although early on, all of our arguments were different, they had the same root. I was trying to change her. Changing her and maturing together are two completely different things. We were at an impasse until I accepted this.…
“In the middle of arguments, both of us have attempted to resolve issues without allowing too much time to pass. Everything seems to stop until the issue is discussed, both of us feel heard and generally one or both of us apologize. Anytime either of us become stubborn, nothing gets resolved and distance begins to set us apart.” – Dan…