Marriage
Marriage God’s Way
by Henry Brandt
Sometimes it seems as though a long-lasting marriage is determined by chance or circumstances or just plain old luck. However, there are some steps that will enable you to establish your marriage on a solid foundation that will help you stay in it for the long haul. (read more)
Good Communication
by Henry Brandt
Your marriage will become a happy, mutually satisfactory one if both of you set your sights on unity, ministering to each other and communicating with each other in the proper spirit. As Christians, you will find strength to do this as you pray and as you remember the exhortation: “And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God in Christ forgave you” (Ephesians 4:32). (read more)
A Solid Foundation
by Henry Brandt
“I want to be a better spouse.” You say this, thinking back over a multitude of incidents that make up the history of your family. Some of them were funny when they happened; others are funny only as we look back on them. Still others were serious. Some were puzzling. (read more)
Who is the Leader?
by Henry Brandt
“Wives, submit to your own husbands as to the Lord.” (Ephesians 5:22)
There it is. One of the most fiercely debated Bible verses concerning marriage. “Why should the wife do all the submitting?” That is the hot question. But here is the greater truth, the wife is not the one who needs to do all the submitting … this verse does not stand alone. (read more)
Do you have a happy marriage?
by Henry Brandt
You ever hear these lines? “Oh, to dwell there above with the saints that we love, that would be glory. But to dwell here below with the saints that we know, that’s another story.” In the mean time, between now and the time we find ourselves ending up in heaven, we’ve got some living to do together, don’t we? And that’s the other story. But we want to take a look at that story anyway, because it can be a happy journey. (read more)
Are you and your spouse not getting along?
by Henry Brandt
The foundation upon which you build your marriage relationship is a mutually agreeable and mutually binding plan. That’s what makes marriage successful. It’s not a “tingle”; it’s a life-time commitment. It’s not competition; it’s cooperation. (read more)
Want harmony in marriage?
by Henry Brandt
Those who proceed into marriage with an individualistic mindset create disharmony in their relationship, and usually end up lonely and unhappy. (read article)
How is your inner life affecting your marriage?
by Henry Brandt
There is no one person as intimately involved in your life as your marriage partner. So, your partner will make you more conscious of your inner life than anyone else. How are you contributing to happiness in your marriage? (read more)
Passive Men, Wild Women
by Charles R. Swindoll
When communication breaks down in a marriage, certain patterns can develop. In this article, Chuck Swindoll explains one common scenario that is caused by a passive, disengaged husband who is insensitive to his wife’s needs. The solution lies in spending some concentrated and uninterrupted time together, where transparency and real listening must take place. (read article)
Let’s Consult the Architect
by Charles R. Swindoll
One of the most beautiful blueprints ever designed has been God’s plan for marriage. Established before there was any sin in the world, marriage illustrates God’s perfect design for relationships.
Let’s consult the architect for three ways to live in this wonderful establishment called marriage. We’ll use Proverbs 24:3-4 as our home base. (read article)
When He’s Not Leading
by Kelly Arabie
This article is of great value to a wife who is discouraged with the lack of spiritual interest and leadership by her husband. She is cautioned here against behavior that may seem natural but is instead harmful to her husband’s growth. As she can learn to let go of her own resentments and requirements and rely on the power of prayer, the Holy Spirit can begin to work in the heart of her husband unhindered. (read article)