Let’s be real for a minute: loving someone who struggles with addiction can feel like you’re on a never-ending roller coaster. One day, there’s hope and laughter; the next, you’re bracing for another storm. If you’re reading this, you probably know that pain all too well. Maybe you’re married to someone addicted to alcohol, drugs, [...]
Trust is the foundation of every healthy relationship-whether it’s between spouses, friends, family members, or within the church. But what happens when that foundation cracks? When someone you love and depend on betrays your trust, the pain can feel overwhelming. The good news is that, with God’s help, trust can be rebuilt-even after it’s been [...]
Let’s be honest-most of us, when we hear the word “cheating,” picture the big stuff: secret hotel rooms, hidden text messages, or the unmistakable betrayal of a physical affair. But what if I told you there’s a quieter, sneakier threat to marriages and relationships that’s just as dangerous over time? It’s called micro-cheating, and while it [...]
Let’s be honest: Parenting is one of the greatest blessings-and one of the biggest challenges-you’ll ever face as a couple. When you first held your baby, you probably imagined your family as a beautiful, peaceful team. Fast forward a few years, and you might find yourselves passing like ships in the night, arguing about discipline, [...]
Parenting can feel like a wild ride-one minute you’re basking in the glow of your child’s sweet smile, the next you’re wondering if you’ll ever get through a meal without a meltdown. If you’ve ever felt like you’re losing your mind while trying to get your kids to mind, you’re not alone! But as Christian [...]
Marriage is a journey filled with joys, challenges, and seasons of growth. A resilient marriage isn’t a perfect one, but it’s a relationship that bounces back from difficulties, adapts to change, and grows stronger through adversity. The Resilient Marriage Inventory is designed to help you and your spouse reflect on the strengths and growth areas [...]
Marriage is one of God’s greatest gifts, but it’s no secret that it can be challenging. Every couple faces storms-misunderstandings, disappointments, and seasons of stress that can test even the strongest bonds. The difference between couples who thrive and those who merely survive often comes down to one thing: resilience. A resilient marriage doesn’t mean [...]
Have you ever looked across the dinner table at your spouse and realized you feel more like roommates than a married couple? Maybe you share a house, bills, and responsibilities-but the spark, the laughter, and the deep conversations have faded. If you’re honest, it feels like you’re just coexisting. You’re not alone. Many Christian couples [...]
Let’s be real-marriage isn’t always the fairy tale we imagined on our wedding day. Life gets messy. There are seasons when you feel more like roommates than soulmates, and times when you wonder if things will ever get better. Maybe you’re facing constant arguments, betrayal, loneliness, or just the slow drift of growing apart. If [...]
When it comes to marriage, the word "compatibility" gets tossed around a lot. People ask, "Are you two compatible?" or "How compatible are you with your spouse?" It’s a fair question-after all, who wants to sign up for a lifetime of frustration and conflict? But as Christians, we have to ask: Is compatibility truly essential [...]
