Who Was Valentine? And Some Advice for a Stronger Love
It was a grade-3 Valentine’s Day party. We had highly processed chocolate, some red balloons, and an awkward exchange of Valentine’s cards: Roses are red […]
Relationships
Why Husbands Should Serve Their Wives (According to the Bible)
Many of the roles in marriage have changed. Today it’s not always the man who works outside the home. And it’s not always the woman who […]
Pornography (Don’t read this if you want to stay in the dark)
I should warn you that this blog speaks of serious, difficult, and sex-related things. But I felt strongly I should write it. Why? Because the changing […]
Why I Don’t Think You Have A “Soul Mate”
It’s a strong idea: Each of us has a mate out there—a perfect mate. A match-made-in-heaven. A “soul mate.” Most people think of their “soul” as […]
If You’re Married, Do This
Just because you both speak English doesn’t mean you speak the same language. Have you ever overhead a conversation where… Two people were simply on […]
Marriage Advice I’d Give to Anyone (No Matter What Your Background)
I remember when Laura and I were dating. In some ways it feels like yesterday: I remember vividly those high school dances, the excitement I […]
Two Essentials For A Happy Marriage
What makes a happy marriage? It could be a billion dollar question. Some marriages struggle and soar; some struggle and sink; some struggle and keep struggling; […]
What To Do When Someone Judges You For No Good Reason
Don’t sweat it. They’re not your judge. “Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever follows crooked ways will be exposed.” (Proverbs 10:9) Victory is tied […]
The Art of Listening
Have you ever noticed that words come easy, but listening not-so-much? Anyone in a relationship knows this well. Listening is an art; something we need […]
A Web of Intimacies
Imagine doing hospitality, pastoral care, community – building, worship, Bible study, hymn sing, teaching, theology, spirituality, learning, questioning, sharing, amongst much else, all at the […]