Marriage

Not only should your husband be your friend, but he should be your closest friend. Here are 7 ways to love your husband as God intended you to.

Is it truly better to stay in a broken marriage for the kids? This article offers a thoughtful look at the emotional, spiritual, and practical weight of that question for every stage of parenting.

Our role is not to figure out how to fix our spouse. Our role is: How do we reflect Christ in the marriage?

The most important outcome is not saving a marriage but a redeemed relationship with God through Christ, and this might have to take place (for some men and women) outside of the marriage covenant.

The way that we approached studying our Bibles was completely different. I related to Scripture in the themes and how the “story” made me feel. Conversely, he related to Scripture by digging into its cultural context, the fulfillment of prophecy, and the radical life-changing truth of the gospel. The first time we sat down to read our Bibles together, I felt overwhelmed and frustrated.Photo credit: ©Unsplash/Ben White

Are there some classics that you love to watch this time of year? Plan a night to veg out together, maybe even snuggle up on the couch together, and enjoy a classic with your spouse. Pair the movie with some candied popcorn or hot chocolate, and you have a perfect night on your hands.

It’s easy to keep score when we’ve been hurt, but true healing begins when we hand our pain to God. Learn how Scripture guides us to let go of resentment and love again with Christ’s strength.

No matter how much a baby has been prayed for or wanted, there's no way around the profound ways pregnancy and having a baby change the marriage relationship! Many of the changes are wonderful! Some of those changes are wonderful but sort of like a refining furnace for your relationship.

Multigenerational living—once the norm among Americans from all walks of life—brings challenges to modern home life.

Marriages don’t come with flashing warning lights, but the Bible shows us how to spot trouble early and fix it with faith, prayer, and purpose.

Years ago, I remember struggling with a shortcoming in our marriage. I was just about bubbling over with it. And then my husband sweetly came to me and said, “Thank you for being patient with me. I know this has been hard, and I am trying my best.” His gratitude toward me breathed grace into our relationship. I had a renewed patience for our situation and a renewed commitment to face it together instead of pulling away with frustration.

You can’t plan the grief, but you can plan the next steps. Get a calm, step-by-step path for the first days, months and year so you can act wisely and trust God’s care.

During fall, the vibrant colors of changing leaves reflect the natural process of renewal. Just as the earth undergoes this seasonal shift, it's awonderfultime for couples to reflect on their relationships and reconnect, bothwith each other and God.The crisp air and peaceful landscapes create an ideal setting for you and your partner to pause, refresh your bond, and nurture your spiritual lives.

You can make a commitment today to be the best husband you can be. Let this commitment to love your wife guide your daily decisions and your actions.

Unmet expectations are one of the most destructive contributors to broken marriages.