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The 7 Lies of Marriage–part 5 Lie #5: My Spouse Should Meet All My Needs
This lie arises from the desire to be so fully enmeshed with one’s spouse that no one could come close to fulfilling needs like one’s spouse. The thought is that because one’s spouse is their best friend (and we agree, they should be!), that therefore [...]
The 7 Lies of Marriage–part 4 Lie #4: Marriage is 50/50
Mathematically, doesn’t it make sense that if a husband and wife each give 50% to their marriage, everything should work out fine? Couples start thinking that when they split the effort 50/50, then fairness reigns and neither is over-extended. Besides 50% + 50% = 100%, [...]
The 7 Lies of Marriage–part 3 Lie #3: My Spouse Will Never Change
Throughout the pages of the Bible are examples of people whose lives experienced change. The disciples transformed from cowardly to bold. Paul persecuted Christians and then became a Christ-follower. David changed through repentance. Joseph changed from prideful to humble, to name a few. [...]
The 7 Lies of Marriage–part 2 Lie #2: I'm Supposed to be Happy
For many people, they believe that their personal happiness is what matters most in marriage. If they aren't happy then it's time to move on. Besides, God wants us to be happy, right? Actually, that's not the goal of a Christ-centered marriage. There are four misguided expectations [...]
The 7 Lies of Marriage–part 1 Lie #1: The Kids Come First
Have you ever known a mother who seemed to care more about her children than her husband? What about a husband who preferred spending time with his kids instead of his wife? How many divorces do you know of that occured right when the last [...]
In-laws: Steps for Success Advice for those who are or have in-laws
In-laws. Most of us have them at some point in our lives. In 2017 in the US alone, 60.8 million people were classified as “married.” Each year a little over 2 million people become husband and wife. (statista.com). That’s a lot of in-laws and–potentially–a lot [...]
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