Christian Family Life Blog
Who has what responsibilities around the house?
When Suzy and I (Gio) were dating and entering the DTR, “define the relationship”, zone, the last thing on our mind was what would be our responsibilities within the home. We were focused on finding out if we were compatible. Was there anything within our character...
Roles, Responsibilities, and Decision Making in Marriage: Part Two
There can be much debate in the evangelical world regarding the role of men and women; especially as it relates to marriage. Our goal in discussing roles, responsibilities, and decision making in the marriage relationship is not to create more doctrinal tension, but...
Roles, Responsibilities, and Decision Making in Marriage: Part 1
Over the next few blogs let’s bring some clarity to what many times can be a foggy issue in marriages. Are roles in marriage different for the husband and wife. Does that carry over into the responsibilities in marriage? Does one spouse ultimately have the last word...
Spiritual Intimacy by Faith
Suzy and I often say, “Marriage is the best thing we have done, and it is also the most difficult thing we have done.” And perhaps having and raising children comes in a close second!! The reason we believe it is difficult is because we are two sinful people coming...
Experiencing the Deepest Level of Intimacy
“And the man and his wife were both naked and were not ashamed.”Genesis 2:25 Our team was recently asked to speak at a marriage conference regarding the topic of spiritual intimacy in marriage. It prompted us to prioritize sharing a few things via the blog to...
Sex – Is it ok to say the word?
“Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous.”Hebrews 13:4 Here we go! Let’s talk about sex. It doesn’t have to be awkward, but let’s be honest, it can be very awkward. Sadly,...
Work through CONFLICT
Is conflict wreaking havoc in your marriage? Do you feel distant from your spouse and wonder if you’ll ever feel close again? Do you long for resolution to the points of contention in your marriage? True closeness and companionship can seem elusive, but let’s...
Exposing Unhealthy Conflict
The bedroom door shut behind him and Brian sat on the edge of the bed in the dark. Face in his hands he wondered, “This is not working anymore. How am I going to love Linda for the rest of our lives? I just hurt her so badly … so, so badly. What is wrong with me?”...
Embrace it! When conflict is good.
“Conflict is not merely inevitable it is necessary if one wants to grow both character and the depth of a marriage.”Dan Allender “He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you except to be just, and to love [and to diligently practice]...
“We never argue!” – 9 Tips for Conflict Resolution in Marriage
Years ago, Tammy and I were leading a small group marriage study. This was the beginning of some changes in our own marriage and a desperate need for it to be strengthened. One particular meeting, we had finally reached a point of vulnerability in the group. Everyone...
Missions through Marriage: Where?
Ready to join the team and be a part of missions through marriage? “How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? How are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to...
Missions through Marriage: Why?
Clean water, feeding the hungry, putting shoes on children’s feet, holding Vacation Bible School and backyard Bible clubs, sports camps, medical missions, and holding orphans are all amazing ways to be the hands and feet of Jesus. Can you add to the list? Isn’t being...
