Practical Biblical Solutions
She Wanted a Divorce. He Thought They Were Happy.
Meredith waited until the children were in bed before telling Tony. They had been married for sixteen years. Their children were twelve and nine. They owned a comfortable home, had stable jobs, and rarely argued. Their family life was busy, but it was the kind of busy that Tony had [...]
He Said It Was Only Fantasy
Dan closed his laptop when Louise walked into the room. The movement was quick. Almost automatic. But Louise noticed. “What are you doing?” she asked. “Nothing. Just looking at something.” “Then why did you close it?” Dan looked at her. “Louise, it’s not a big deal.” She stood beside his [...]
When Love and Attraction Collide
Tim stood at the bedroom doorway, watching Charlotte struggle to pull on a pair of jeans she had not worn in nearly a year. “Do you want me to get those other pants from the closet?” he asked. Charlotte looked at him sharply. “I can dress myself, Tim.” “I was [...]
She Was Afraid He Would Say No
Margaret had imagined David’s reaction many times. In some versions, he listened to her explanation, recognized how much the purchase meant to her, and admitted that perhaps she had been right to move forward. In other versions, he frowned, questioned the price, and reminded her that they had agreed to [...]
The Son Who Wants to Come Home Again
Tim stood at the kitchen window, watching his son unload the trunk of his car. Two suitcases. A duffel bag. A cardboard box filled with things that had once occupied Robert’s apartment. Tim turned toward his wife. “Looks like he brought everything.” Angie stared at the bags. “How long is [...]
She Won the Arguments. He Withdrew from the Marriage.
Rob set the restaurant menu on the table. “I was thinking we could try that Italian place downtown.” Linda glanced at the menu. “We went there last year. The food wasn't that good.” “I thought it was pretty good.” “You said the pasta was overcooked.” “I said mine was overcooked. [...]