Fighting Fair Tip: Use “I feel” statements. This is an old standby, but it still works. Instead of saying, “You make me so angry when you…” say, “I feel upset when you… Would you be willing to …” It’s not a magic cure but it decreases defensiveness.   So try it!

  Did you know you can model a servant’s heart to your children and your peers by how you treat your spouse.  Instead of keeping track of who’s done what, or whose turn it is, put your spouse first by serving them in the moment.  Give them the biggest brownie, get a head-start on the […]

How long has it been since you threw your arms around your spouse and gave them a big hug…or called them on the phone just to say “I love you”? Or sent them a surprise text. Maybe stop by for lunch and had lunch together? Don’t let your marriage grow stagnant – energize it with […]

The Bible tells  us that God loves us and nothing can separate us from His love . Try to see you spouse as God does—precious and lovable despite his/or faults. You may be going through some things, but remember how much God loves YOU and how much he loves your spouse. Ask God to help […]

You never know who will stop by the Kingdom Takeover in the afternoons and today  I was pleasantly surprised.  We talked about alot… but you know he had to share some nuggets with our audience about Marriage. It takes Faith to make a marriage work….. Listen for more For more spiritual nuggets listen here  

Are you feeling bored, lethargic or discouraged in your relationship?  Did you know emotions are often connected to activity?  So get up and DO something with your spouse – go for a bike ride, or a walk, rake the leaves for an elderly neighbor, play a round of tennis, go out for appetizers at a […]

I got this from Pastor Jimmy Evans during the Gathering conference in Atlanta. He spoke on Communication is Marriage. One of the 5 elements of successful communication in marriage is to give each other enough time. Couples need to have proactive communication instead of reactive communication. Talk to your spouse in advance. Be proactive. Proactive […]

I know it sounds funny but it really works. One of you may be a night owl, but it’s good to try to go to bed at the same time. Most couples have a busy schedule and are running here and there all day. Schedule a time when you BOTH will go to bed together. […]