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Valentine’s Day is approaching! How does that make you feel? Does that excite you? Do you have special traditions?
Questions to Ask Mentors About Marriage
Have you ever had a mentor? This term is broad to cover someone you trust and seek for guidance through life in various areas, such as work or parenting.
Sex in Marriage, Part Two
Since last week, what have you learned about the theology of sex? What has God revealed to you through conversations and Scripture and promptings from the Holy Spirit?
I hope your journey has been a joyful one thus far and I pray it only gets better with each day of marriage!
Sex in Marriage, Part One
In graduate school I was about one week old in my new faith as a Christ-follower and I was not familiar with the process of discernment. I was a baby in my faith, so I didn’t have years of communication with the Holy Spirit to draw on as a reference point.
Our Wise and Foolish List in Marriage
Last week, I elaborated on a few actionable ways to be wise in marriage. We talked about how to be God-honoring in marriage, how to exercise savvy stewardship, and easy ways to apply forethought to our marriage for better results.
Wise and Practical Marriage Tips
Mark and I recently hosted a couple from church who we admire. Over cookies and ice cream, conversation floated from marriage to leadership principles. The husband works for a Fortune 50 company and oversees leadership development, so we had many follow-up questions to ask him.
Ten Financial Questions to Ask Your Spouse
Have you ever argued about money with your spouse? Do you both agree 100% on how to spend, save, give, and manage your finances?
Marriage: Growing in Conflict Resolution Skills
I love peace and joy and laughter in marriage. I love unhurried conversations and sharing an enjoyable experience with my husband. I delight in sitting across the table from him, talking about what the Lord is teaching us or what our dreams are for the future or encouraging one another when we are feeling down. I love to be happy and I love to be carefree with Mark! But these rewards also require conflict resolution.
Healthy Communication in Marriage
How can we truly grow in communication skills that actually work, and in doing so, positively impact our marriage?
This topic builds upon what we have discussed in previous weeks. Expectations in marriage, gender differences, self-awareness, and family of origin all affect the way we communicate with our spouse.