Practical Biblical Solutions
The Retirement Neither of Them Expected
Melinda opened the bedroom door just before noon. The curtains were closed. Jonathan lay on his side, facing the wall. “Are you getting up?” “In a little while.” “You said that two hours ago.” He did not answer. She stood beside the bed. “I made you some lunch.” “I’m not [...]
When Debt Comes Between Them
Diane laid the envelope beside Bill’s dinner plate. He looked at it without picking it up. “What is that?” “Open it.” “Can I eat first?” “We’re two months behind.” Bill put down his fork. “I know.” “Then why does this say we haven’t contacted them?” “Because I haven’t called yet.” [...]
When Providing Is Not Enough
Caroline had changed clothes twice before James came home. They were going out for their anniversary. Twenty-four years. She had made the reservation, arranged her afternoon around getting ready, and put on the earrings he had given her several Christmases earlier. When she heard his truck, she stepped into the [...]
When Their Son Went Silent
Ruth was standing at the kitchen window when Jerry came downstairs. “Did you call him?” she asked. “Last night.” “And?” “He didn’t answer.” “Did you leave a message?” “Yes.” “What did you say?” Jerry stopped beside the table. “I said we loved him. I asked him to call.” Ruth turned [...]
Can I Forgive the Betrayal I Never Knew About?
David wasn't looking for evidence. He was looking for a photograph. Their church was preparing an anniversary slideshow, and Corrine had asked him to find a picture from a mission trip they had taken years earlier. “It might be on the old laptop,” she said. David found the laptop in [...]
Our Daughter’s Controlling Boyfriend
Ted had decided he was going to talk to Max. He had been thinking about it for weeks. He had imagined the conversation. He would be direct. He would be firm. He would tell Max that he knew what was happening. And he would tell him it needed to stop. [...]