“Stop! In the name of love. Before you break my heart. Think it over.” Lyrics from the 1965 song by The Supremes can give a couple who are escalating into disconnection a “way out.” The Bible tells us in 1 Corinthians 10:13 “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God […] Read more »
All In
Happy Valentines
Lovers Give. They give their best. They sacrificially set aside personal agendas to honor needs and requests of others. Lovers are selfless and are energized by their ability to extend a kindness or a blessing. Lovers currency is not money; it is a gentle smile, a warmed heart, a peaceful knowing their message is received: […] Read more »
Make Love Not War
What happens when you want your spouse in a very physically intimate way, and your desire is resisted, thwarted and repeatedly dismissed? The word you are looking for is rejected! Once the root of rejection begins to grow in a marital relationship, it is difficult to “dig up.” A spouse enters the office with the […] Read more »
Celebrating Events When A Loved One is Gone
Today is the first birthday (19th) of a daughter taken way too early, and yet, in God’s perfect timing. So, how are we celebrating? Honestly, with mixed emotions. The same way we celebrated Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Every “holiday” is an understood more challenging day. My spiritual side is ecstatic as I picture her first birthday […] Read more »
Hardened Heart
“For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of” (Luke 6:46). How do you apply the intent of others words in your life? Do you receive them with appreciation, or do you add a filter of judgment or ill will? Does a simple gesture of your partner feel like a stab at your vulnerability? […] Read more »
Don’t You Care?
1 Corinthians 13:13 “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” Clearly our directive is to love one another, and yet, when we feel unloved how fast does our faith and then hope diminish? Are you drowning in the boat as the waves of emotion gain momentum? […] Read more »
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas! “Merry” is interchangeable with “joyous in spirit”. Yet, the holidays are often a time of sadness. They can be difficult to face when a loss has been suffered around the season or this is the first time celebrated without someone dear to you. It can be a time of loneliness when estranged from […] Read more »
MIGHTY MEN CONFERENCE
Angus Buchan Returns! (Have you seen his story and watched the movie Faith Like Potatoes?) This time Bridgestone Arena in Nashville will fill up with men seeking the power of a living God to revive passion and direction for their lives. World Outreach Church is hosting the event this Sunday, November 17th. (http://www.wochurch.org/events/index.htm.). This is […] Read more »
More Laughter for Two
DATE your MATE! Cornerstone church is offering an excellent opportunity. Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage. February 22-23rd. Register online. Premarital, married, or singles wanting to marry…this is for you. Read more »