Did you say, “My marriage”? Why not? Are you satisfied with just going through the motions? Is your marriage just mediocre? Do you even believe a vibrant, fully alive marriage is possible? It is. . . and should be your number one priority! So, how can you have a vibrant marriage? First, make a decision and be deliberate. Make a commitment to make your marriage a top priority. Second, understand it’s not...
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Author C.S. Lewis said “Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.” Integrity is not just something you do in your life, it’s something you believe in your heart. It’s your internal GPS that always points to true north…that always prompts you to speak the truth and live out the truth. Your kids learn more from what’s caught than taught. So if you want to teach your children about...
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My wife, Susan, and I know it’s really important to be on the same team, especially when it comes to raising our kids. But it’s one of those things that’s easier said than done. I’ll confess; we haven’t always been good teammates. But we’re always working on it. You see, even if you and your spouse have already sat down and agreed on things like where your kids will go to school, what kind of movies they can...
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It’s all about the sweet and sour. When you talk to your spouse are you complimentary and sweet? Or are you critical and sour? Most of us are generous with the sour ingredients in marriage. When our spouse messes up, we’re quick with criticism. But when they do well, we reserve the compliment. We save the sweets for a special occasion. Most people give out six times as many sour sayings for every one that’s...
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All mothers and fathers want their children to honor them…to look up to them and hold them in high esteem. But parents who want to be honored by their kids must first honor their children. It’s amazing the way some parents dishonor their sons and daughters. I’ve seen mothers and fathers publicly belittle their kids with remarks like, “You are so stupid.” Or, “Can’t you do anything right?” I’ve seen how fathers...
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My wife, Susan, came home the other day to find a special present that our dogs left for her. The dogs found a dead rat in the back yard and brought their prize into our house. So I came to her rescue and disposed of our dogs' not-so-thoughtful gift. I was pumped up about tossing that dead mouse in the trash because I love being Susan’s hero. Here are some "rats" in your wife’s life that you can help get rid...
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Our kids are constantly evaluated on their abilities at school, in sports, in the arts and even at home. But what about you? What grade would your kids give you as a parent? Well, here’s a way to make an A every time. Remember the 6 A’s of parenting. First is Affirmation. When your children are sharing their feelings or opinions, they want you to listen to them, identify with them and affirm them. Second is...
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