Bible reading in marriage is transformational
I was with a married couple in my counselling office. Near the end of the session, we discussed the spiritual aspect of their relationship. “We ...
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Why teammates shouldn’t ‘help’ each other
It was the meltdown hour between school and dinner. Our daughter Murphy was half-dressed. Our son, Garrison, was colouring on the walls, and our ...
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A wife’s response to mental burdens
Recently my husband, Greg, announced that we weren’t going to eat out for a while because the budget wouldn’t allow for it. My immediate thought ...
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When to see a therapist instead of just asking friends for help
I walked into a large chain bookstore and asked the clerk, “Could you tell me where the self-help section is?” She paused, then responded with a ...
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Crisis: A Pivotal Point in Marriage
Many years ago, my husband and I met with a middle-aged couple whose 17-year-old daughter, Macy*, was in a tragic accident. Their pain-filled story ...
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When your spouse goes through a faith crisis
Bzzzdt. Carrie Oliver’s pager buzzed again, and I smiled inwardly. For me, the vibration was the most beautiful sound imaginable. Carrie and her ...
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Recovering from an Affair
Note to the reader: Over the years we’ve counselled hundreds of couples who are grappling with the aftermath of marital infidelity. While the ...
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How to create an emotionally safe marriage environment
My wife, Jenni, is a master at avoiding emotionally unsafe situations. When we were first married, I often wanted to talk to her (lecture might be a ...
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Coronavirus: Helping Your Spouse Grieve Loss
As we face the coronavirus pandemic, one hidden consequence is loss. We all experience loss and need to grieve loss. There are obvious losses, like ...
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10 Ways your Marriage can survive the Coronavirus
Who could have guessed the changes the coronavirus would bring to the world, our nation, our neighbourhoods and our homes? Within a matter of days, ...
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Covid-19 Quarantine: Grow closer to your spouse
Stores are empty. Restaurants are closed. Events are cancelled. Even your church has cancelled worship services. You might be working from home. ...
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4 Steps to Deal with Conflict in your Marriage
Conflict is inevitable in marriage and can create damage or discovery — we choose which it will be. Discovery means learning new ideas, approaches ...
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