This post has been brewing in my head and heart for weeks. I've been watching my sweet Taylor girl grow thinner and weaker, fighting a battle that she never requested. When your child is dying, and especially during the stages of suffering, grieving becomes the norm. Grief doesn't wait for the day of death. No, grief begins long, long before then.I'll never forget the day that Taylor's … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Love Your Spouse When Life Is Hard
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3 Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage Today
It was a day you’ll never forget. Whether a beautiful white ballroom gown and midnight black tux, or a sweet simple dress and traditional business suit, you’ll always remember your wedding day. The cosmetic details of the day may have blurred a bit in your memories and your thoughts on marriage may have transformed as well. Looking back on your wedding day now, perhaps you realize that even your … [Read more...] about 3 Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage Today
5 Ways to Cultivate Your Marriage in the Midst of Stress
Stress? What stress? Whether you've been married for ten minutes or ten years, you've experienced some kind of stress along the way, right? Maybe it has been finances, illness, accident, injury, disease, or some other earthly trouble. Marital stress exists in all forms. The question is: How do we cultivate a thriving marriage in spite of stress? On Sunday afternoon, the girls and I went to … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Cultivate Your Marriage in the Midst of Stress
Wisdom for Wives Online Conference
Have you ever longed for a time of refreshment as a wife?Do you wish for the opportunity to soak up wisdom from a mentor?Are you striving for a thriving marriage?I'm honored to introduce this brand NEW beautiful online conference just for wives!Wisdom for Wives Online Conference - 14 sessions This conference is designed to provide encouragement and inspiration through 14 … [Read more...] about Wisdom for Wives Online Conference
Building Trust in Marriage
Building Trust in Marriage What does "trust" mean in a marriage? How do we really show trust? Does it mean foregoing prenuptial agreements? Giving one another full access to our bank accounts? Living with one another day in and day out, flaws, failures and all? Admitting every sin we've ever committed to our spouse?When I think about the word "trust," I believe that trust is having a belief … [Read more...] about Building Trust in Marriage
Free New Ebook Release Marriage Hacks
Marriage is an increasingly unnatural and confusing thing for most couples today. In light of this, Tyler Ward—author of Marriage Rebranded—recently asked 25 leaders for their single best marriage advice for young people. The level of insight and wisdom he received—compiled in the free eBook Marriage Hacks—is guaranteed to help many navigate this uniquely beautiful relationship called … [Read more...] about Free New Ebook Release Marriage Hacks
6 Beautiful Wedding Gift Ideas for Christian Couples
The summer brings beautiful flowers, fresh breezes, and.... weddings! Weddings are a wonderful time to bless a new couple with long-lasting memories AND a few treasures. I think it is an extra touch to provide gifts that speak love and commitment into the lives of those receiving them. Today I wanted to share 6 cool wedding gift ideas for Christian couples.I'll start with one of … [Read more...] about 6 Beautiful Wedding Gift Ideas for Christian Couples
20 Simple Things to Do to Encourage Your Husband
This past weekend was my husband's 50th birthday backyard celebration! (This photo is NOT from the party. ;)) We don't usually invite a ton of folks over for parties, because, well, our family alone is a party. But I really wanted my husband to feel the love, so we had a busy couple of weeks, an especially busy weekend, and I think my husband knows he is one great husband, dad, and dude. Most of … [Read more...] about 20 Simple Things to Do to Encourage Your Husband