6 Ways to Grow Oneness in Marriage
As I’ve shared before, marriage is not a contract, it’s a covenant. It’s a sacred union between a man, woman, and God. It’s about a couple becoming “one flesh.” It’s a union of body, mind, and spirit that reflects something of God’s
5 Ways a Busy Parent Can Be There for Their Kids
Being there for your kids can be challenging when work is demanding a lot of your time and energy. On a recent Family First podcast, award-winning comedian and devoted family man Jeff Foxworthy spoke with me about the challenges of juggling a career and a commitment to home. “Life is about choices and consequences,” he observed. And, Jeff […]
#078: What Every Husband and Wife Must Agree On (Podcast)
We’ve all heard this saying: Let’s agree to disagree. It’s an easy way for people to keep their own opinions. But when it comes to a healthy marriage, there are certain things couples MUST agree on: children, money, and life goals. Agreeing on such crucial things doesn’t require compromising your morals…it simply means adjusting your mindset and working together with your spouse because, at the end of the day, you and your spouse should be on the same team!
A Wedding is for a Day; A Marriage is for a Lifetime
Four years have passed since the royal wedding of William and Kate, Britain’s young royal couple. Now they have two small children, and together they still capture the imagination and attention of the world. I wrote a blog at the time of their wedding and asked the question: “They planned well for the wedding, but […]
How to Help Your Teen Deal with Disappointment
Do you remember what it felt like being a teenager? So many things seemed magnified. It seemed like everyone was watching you. Everything was a big deal. And when even little things didn’t go your way, it seemed like the sky was falling. Dealing with disappointment was so painful and so hard. In the classic […]
#077: Putting Your Family First with Michael W. Smith (Podcast)
Oftentimes, to put family first is easier said than done…especially when you’re an award-winning, international music sensation! But that hasn’t stopped Michael W. Smith from maintaining a strong relationship with his wife, kids, and grand kids.
What to Do When You Are Lonely in Marriage
As humans, we are not meant to be isolated. We all crave deep and lasting connections with other people. But we know it’s possible to feel alone in the middle of a crowd, and it’s possible to sleep in the same bed with someone for years and still feel lonely. Many of us never expect to be lonely in marriage, hoping that our spouse will be the lifelong companion who saves us from loneliness. Over time, however, couples can gradually disconnect from one another and find themselves feeling isolated and withdrawn.
How a Wedding Can Make Your Marriage Stronger
It’s wedding season. Just a few weeks ago, Susan and I attended the wedding of our daughter’s friend. The ceremony was awesome. We felt great about what we were witnessing: It was joyful, fun, touching, and romantic…it was an exceptional event. As we reflected on our time at the wedding, it dawned on me how attending a wedding can […]
#076: Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters with Meg Meeker (Podcast – Part 2)
Recently, I had Dr. Meg Meeker in to discuss her book Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters: 10 Secrets Every Father Should Know. We discussed 3 secrets, and we had such a great time. So I invited her back to go through three more! A man will face many challenges in his lifetime. But one of his […]
