Do You Control Your Emotions, or Do Your Emotions Control You?
No matter how mentally tough a person is, emotions are a very powerful part of our lives. And there are times when the emotions of a moment overwhelm us. It might be grief at the loss of a family member or sadness because of a broken relationship. It might be anxious thoughts when dealing with a rebellious teen. It might be an overwhelming sense of love at the sight of your spouse or pride in watching your child succeed.
10 Texts to Send to Your Kids or Grandkids in the Next 10 Days
We hear so much today about the dangers of texting while driving and the negative effects constant texting can have on developing relationships. And while those things are true, texting can also be used for good—so text your kids. Ever since our five children got their cell phones and started texting, Susan and I have […]
Filling the 4 Chambers of Your Wife’s Heart
As you may know from my prior blog posts, my wife, Susan, has had quite a series of challenges with her heart, beginning in high school. She wrote about her journey in her blog, Only 3 Things Matter in Life. So naturally, as we’ve walked together through her many surgeries and procedures, I’ve learned a lot about the human […]
3 B’s Every Parent Must Know When Talking to a Son about Pornography
The “pornification” of our culture is immense, destructive, and much more pervasive than when I was growing up. Pornography is being pushed upon our children and grandchildren like never before. And, of course, we all know that it is just one click away from our children. Many research studies have shown time and again how […]
#047: 7 Ways to Equip Your Son for Manhood (Podcast)
When my boys were young, I couldn’t imagine what they’d be like as men. But before I knew it, they were growing up. Learning to catch in the backyard turned into Friday night touchdowns. The spelling bee turned into the SAT. And chasing girls on the playground turned into chasing girls down to be their […]
How to Handle Rambunctious Relatives During the Holidays
Recently, I wrote a blog, 3 Things to Remember When Young Adult Kids Are Home for the Holidays. While that certainly covered some potential challenges during the holiday season, I’d like to address some other sticky situations and offer some suggestions on how to handle rambunctious relatives during the holidays. Every family has relationships that […]
The Wife Code: How to Really Understand What She is Saying
Yes, Susan and I both speak English. But after 27 years of marriage, I’ve determined that Susan (and most other women) have a double secret female code that they completely understand, but we men don’t. I’ve determined that it’s time to decode it. In order to do so, I’ve confidentially spoken with several female informants […]
Why Do We Call It Christmas? (Podcast)
In our culture, Christmastime means Santa and stockings, reindeer and ribbons, greetings and gifts, and Baby Jesus. But when we’re all wrapped up in the holiday season, we tend to miss what Christmas is all about. On today’s episode, VeggieTales creator Phil Vischer will discuss our holiday traditions and the true meaning of Christmas. Specifically, he’ll be […]
#046: 7 Ways to Be a Hero to Your Husband (Podcast)
Everyone loves a good superhero. There’s something incredible about the way heroes have the ability to somehow always save the day—no matter how difficult the circumstances. In the same way, we often face difficult circumstances in our marriages—from raising rebellious kids to losing jobs to simple miscommunication. And we wish we knew how to swoop in and save the day.
So while I can’t give you superpowers, I can give you the power of insight regarding your spouse. On today’s podcast, I’ll be sharing 7 ways to be a hero to your husband.
