Heartbreak, Disappointment and Broken Dreams

I’m working on some intriging thoughts with marriage – not quite ready to post – Stay tuned to next week. In the meantime, I’d love to address a heartbreaking note I received last week from a woman who is dealing with infertility. As I began...

Words Matter

Philippians 4:8 Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lively, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things.My 40th birthday was Friday! And my husband has...

Date Night

2 Corinthians 13:11 “…be of one mind, live in peace.”When was the last time you and your husband went on a date? In the busyness of everyday life, setting aside time to nurture that relationship is often the first thing to go – At least it is...

Parenting in Harmony

Last week, one of you sent a note asking about marriage and parenting. It was a great question and before I just shot off my immediate thoughts – I wanted to take some time to pray through it. The question: How do you handle conflicts concerning children –...

Success in God’s Eyes

Colossians 3:2 Set your mind on things above, not on earthly things.Last week, Elizabeth Taylor died. Did you see it? The same day we were in the midst of bombing Libya; Japan’s in the midst of a titanic disaster with potential global consequences and the lead...

Resolving Conflict – Part 2

Proverbs 29:11″A fool gives full vent to (her) anger, but a wise (woman) keeps (herself) under control.”For years – I was that fool. And if I’m not careful… if the right button is pressed… WHAM!So how do we not become the fool that...