Why do we need to know how to use I statements in marriage competently? There are seasons in marriage that provoke us to use toxic words, words that destroy the lines of communication. Learning to use I statements shifts the tension by avoiding blame, shame, or guilt. I statements can keep the conversation open and […]
4 Easy Ways To Experience the Peace of Jesus Christ Daily
Have you been around Christians as they begin to talk about having the peace of Jesus? For years I’ve heard others pray for God’s peace, talk about feeling His peace, and waiting for that sense of peace about big decisions in their lives. It can feel very… fake or at the most spiritual sometimes. Right? […]
40 Verses About Gossip in The Bible & How To Stop Fast
When you think about the worst sins, does gossip make your list? I didn’t make my list either. Gossip is one of those acceptable sins that I tend to ignore, probably because it is a sin I struggled with for so long. Understanding gossip in the Bible helped me learn how to stop gossip as […]
My Husband is Driving Me Crazy at Home – 60 Simple Ways to Help
What do you do when, unexpectedly, you are couped up with your husband 24/7? Whether your marriage is healthy and happy or in a difficult season, that much time together can put stress on the relationship. Here are 60 simple ways to help when my husband is driving me crazy at home! These tactics work […]
15 Simple Ways To Show Respect in Marriage
Do you ever feel like your husband has completely shut down and shut you out? No matter what you say, or how you say it he’s not hearing anything. To fix this, I had to learn to show respect in ways he understands. What Does It Mean To Show Respect In Marriage? That was our […]
What Is Forgiveness and Why Is It Important? How To Begin
If you had to pinpoint the hardest command of God to follow, what would it be? For me, forgiveness is at the top of the list. Yet, learning how to genuinely forgive (true forgiveness) has brought the most freedom to my life and faith walk. I want to share that process of forgiveness with you, but […]
Free Bible Study On Forgiveness and Reconciliation: 10 Steps
Years ago, the Lord showed me that I was stuck in my faith walk. Bitterness and resentment had taken root in my heart and were spewing out of me. They were destroying my relationships, stealing the abundant life God had planned for me. That is where the journey toward this Bible study on forgiveness began. […]
How to Stop Being Defensive in Marriage: Tips To Be Playful
How long has it been since words like playful, flirtatious, and fun best described your Christian marriage? The pressures, responsibilities, and burdens of life tend to steal our joy and that is dangerous to a successful marriage. When you are married with children there is even more stress at work to steal the fun parts […]
How To Fight Anger in Marriage: Love is Not Easily Provoked
Today marks 17 years of marriage to a wonderful Christian man. Those 17 years have not all been wonderful, but we are growing and learning so much along the journey. One issue we struggled with for the first 10-12 years was anger in marriage! He wanted to win. I wanted to win. We both lost […]
How To Pray Boldly To Fight The Real Spiritual Battle
Do you believe in the power of prayer? To pray boldly is the most powerful weapon we have as disciples of Jesus Christ. But, can I be honest with you???? Most days I am not praying big prayers – powerful, strategic, or effective prayers. The thought of becoming a prayer warrior is scary and intimidating. Why Should Christians […]