I realized that I’ve been writing and speaking about how to have a great marriage, but I haven’t been putting all of it into practice. Why? Well, a house flood, new book, financial pressures, family health challenges, and busyness have all played a role in keeping me from focusing on my marriage. But there’s no excuse. So, what am I doing about it? First, I’m re-reading some of my own blog posts on marriage and...
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As you know, it’s rare to come across a movie that’s good, clean fun for the whole family. That’s why I want to talk to you about a film that came out a few years ago...Moms’ Night Out. Two brothers set out to produce a great family comedy that highlights, “the joys and challenges moms and dads face today.” Co-director Jon Erwin says, “I feel like everything in the script happened at my home last week.” I...
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We should honor our moms every day. But since we “officially” get one day out of the year to recognize the woman who changed our diapers, wiped our noses, and came to all our games, let’s put a little extra effort into it. Here are 4 ways to honor your mom this Mother’s Day. First, write her a handwritten letter. Thank her for how she provided for you and loved you through your best days, and your worst. ...
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In 1870, 9,000 people graduated from college in America. This year, about 3.7 million people will. As our kids spend more years in school than any previous generation, we have to ask, “Are our kids being educated on the things that matter most? Education as we know it today—head knowledge—is very, very important. But what about “heart knowledge?”—things like character and virtues. Heart knowledge is...
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We live in a culture of choices. Everywhere we turn, new opportunities are thrown our way and demand our attention. But if we can’t say “yes” to everything, how will we know when to say “no”? New York Times best-selling author, Lysa Terkeurst, has some answers for us. To make wise decisions in the midst of endless demands, she says we must first recognize our “disease to please” others. It keeps us from being...
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No one can imagine the devastation caused by a cheating spouse, except one who has experienced it. Anger, sadness, confusion, embarrassment, betrayal, and rejection may be just some of the emotions that flood one’s mind and heart. And while there is no one answer for dealing with a cheating spouse, here are some steps you can take. First, don’t make any quick decisions on what you’re going to do even though you...
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So many people have a dream of a better family life. But all too often they leave it as a distant dream instead of doing something to make it happen. So start chasing that dream and make it a reality. To help you do that, here are some steps towards a better family life. First, identify what you want to change—whether it’s how much time you spend together or what activities you do together. Second, start small....
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