Relationships

Recognizing and Transforming Unhealthy Relationships

When we enter into a relationship, we bring not only our love and warmth but also the attitudes, behaviors and…

4 years ago

How to Support Someone Who’s Grieving

When someone you care about is grieving after a loss, it can be difficult to know what to say or…

4 years ago

Ten Steps to Setting Healthy Boundaries in Relationships

Boundaries are one of the most powerful tools you have in relationships. They make you feel like you matter and…

4 years ago

Using Emotional Word Pictures to Increase Intimacy and Understanding in Marriage

An emotional "word picture" is a communication skill that brings to life the thoughts we want to share. It uses…

4 years ago

Why Hurt People Hurt People

An old adage says, “Hurt people, hurt people.” It is well known that those who have been emotionally damaged tend…

4 years ago

Unpacking Your Emotional Baggage

“Since we have such a huge crowd of men of faith watching us from the grandstands, let us strip off…

4 years ago

Stop Reacting, Start Responding

When you’re having a disagreement with your spouse, you have two choices: You can respond or react. Reacting is a…

4 years ago

The Problems of Cohabitation: What You Need to Know About Living Together Before Marriage

It has been called by a variety of terms, such as "living together", "shacking up", "cohabitation,” "serial monogamy,” and "living…

4 years ago

The Seven Most Prevalent Causes of Faulty Mate Selection

Marital success or failure can now be predicted before the wedding day with 81 percent accuracy. The following is a seven-point…

4 years ago

Throwing in the Towel

It’s getting harder by the day distinguishing Christians for non-Christians. This is particularly true in the area of divorce. Statistically, our…

4 years ago