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Truth Heals What Silence Keeps Sick

Every lasting marriage is built on truth—truth before God, with yourself, and with your spouse. Dishonesty, even in small doses, corrodes connection. But when we choose truth, we invite light into the dark corners of …

How to Prepare Your Heart - Not Just for the Wedding

Preparing for a wedding is exciting, but preparing your heart for marriage is what truly matters. In my conversation with Pastor Lorraine Blum, we shared that a strong marriage begins with a surrendered heart before …

What a Real Christ-Centered Marriage Looks Like

  Marriage is a journey of two people learning to walk together in love, respect, and faith. Over the past few weeks on the Building Better Marriages podcast, we’ve been talking about unity and how …

The Mindset Shift That Can Change a Marriage with John DeJarnette

“For, ‘Who can know the Lord’s thoughts? Who knows enough to teach him?’ But we understand these things, for we have the mind of Christ.” — 1 Corinthians 2:16 (NLT) When it comes to building …

When Marriage Feels Off but Not Broken

Let's talk about small shifts that bring big peace back home. There is a quiet place where many couples find themselves. Nothing dramatic has happened. There has been no major crisis. Yet something feels off. …

You Are Not the Only One Feeling This Way

Why does disconnection happen in marriage? What if you can't find each other again? If you feel disconnected in your marriage right now, you are not alone. Many Christian wives quietly wonder, "Why do I …

Love on Purpose: A Husband’s Testimony with Dr. Philip Reid

Some conversations stay with you because they are honest, humble, and full of hope. Recently, I sat down with Dr. Philip Reid, a husband who shares his testimony about premarital counseling and what God used …

Love on Purpose - Intimacy With Honor

  "Treat your wife with understanding… She is your equal partner in God's gift of new life. Treat her as you should…” 1 Peter 3:7 (NLT) Intimacy is not only physical. Intimacy is closeness—feeling safe, seen, …

Love on Purpose After the Day - Staying Connected When the Feelings Drop

What to do when Valentine’s Day is over and real life returns. The week after Valentine’s Day and Marriage Week can feel a little strange. Some couples feel happy. Some feel disappointed. Some feel nothing …

Loving on Purpose With Words That Heal

     “A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.” Scripture: Proverbs 15:1 (NLT) Words are powerful. They can build safety or build walls. And when couples have history—stress, disappointment, hard seasons—words can …