I’ve had my share of heartache when it comes to dating. More than once I’ve looked back on a relationship and wondered, “What was I thinking?” Unfortunately, it took several failed relationships before I was willing to admit that I needed to be more intentional about making wise choices. Today, as a relationship coach and…
My first date was in a foreign country. Mecco was tall (well, taller than me), dark, and handsome, and he spoke about eleven words of English. It was just an informal date; I was working with a ministry team in the Dominican Republic leading Vacation Bible School, and to celebrate the end of our time…
I am a recovering compulsive people-pleaser. I found out very early on in my engagement that making everyone happy is not only exhausting, it’s impossible. The engagement period is rife with the tension that comes from a messy, awkward transfer of family loyalty. Because before you are married, your parents and siblings are your core…
She adorns herself in respectable apparel, with modesty and self-control.” – 1 Timothy 2:9 As I look around, it amazes me to see what girls and women are choosing to clothe themselves in. Young girls are wearing the tiniest shorts that barely cover the necessary areas. Older women are wearing tight clothing that displays more…
QUESTION: “After 15 years of marriage, we are contemplating separation. We are both Christians, but have had many battles over the years, one being depression. Walls have been built and the fear is that I can’t break the wall again. I feel I’m done. Is there hope? Is separation just prolonging the inevitable?” —Anonymous ANSWER:…
