Marriage

Observing past traditions lends itself for both partners to look with sadness upon days gone by. By creating new traditions, each partner values the other equally, allowing them to create new and exciting ones that make the holidays even more fun than they remember and leave a legacy for their children to pass down to their children.

How old was Joseph when he married Mary? Was he a teen heartthrob, an older businessman, or even a widower?

Trying to fix everything before the day ends may be doing more harm than good. These biblical insights show why slow reconciliation can strengthen your marriage.

If in your efforts to conceive a baby you’re struggling with doubt and despair, here are seven powerful prayers inspired by biblical women who faced the same struggles.

Often score-keeping spouses justify keeping track of their spouse’s wrongdoings because of past hurts, wounds, and disappointments they’ve endured in the relationship. But keeping score can cause irreparable damage to a marriage.

It's interesting how some find joy in the hustle and bustle while others feel overwhelmed and unsupported. While I'm grateful for my newfound sense of peace, I'm also more aware of how a bit of intentionality can relieve stress and help the holiday feel brighter.

Christmas can create undue stress as we strive to find the perfect gift for our mate. But it doesn't have to be stressful. With a little creativity and a better understanding of who our spouse really is, we can get gifts they will appreciate for a lifetime and gifts that will help better their lives, learn a new skill, and make them better people as a result.

It’s printed right there on our money: “In God We Trust.” But do we?

99 feasible ideas that could change the culture of your marriage today.

Christmas doesn't have to be a time when intimacy is lost. In fact, it can be quite the opposite. Even with a small budget due to the strain of Christmas on your finances, follow the suggestions above or create your own romantic night. It doesn't take a lot of money to make someone feel special.

If you're used to rushing out the door in the morning, carve out a little extra time to sip coffee together and talk about your day. Intentional moments like these will help you stay connected through the holidays, reminding you of what's most important.

As wives, we want to show our husbands they are loved. Our gifts are a chance to let them know they are appreciated and seen. Consequently, we women can feel a bit of pressure when shopping for our husbands. We are often also bearing the load of shopping for everyone else in our homes, too! All the planning, budgeting, buying, and more add a layer of stress to this time of year for most married women.

As November begins, start the month with a servant's heart. Simple and small acts of kindness that say, "I love you," break free from the mundane, bringing about an unexpected but welcoming surprise that will be sure to bless your sweetheart. Little acts of kindness will not only speak volumes to your spouse, but it may begin to soften your heart as well. It brings out the meaning that it is often "better to give than to receive."

Being a couple is an awesome thing. You’re always there to help, support, and love each other. Still, we need to look around and see who else could use some help this Thanksgiving. Here are some ideas where you and your spouse can help others with your talents and gifts.

Jesus is the ultimate example of a compassionate heart. As the coming Bridegroom for His Bride, the Church, He shows us how to practice compassion towards our spouse. Here are 10 ways Jesus teaches us how to put compassion into practice for our spouses.