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What is a courageous conversation?
Courageous Conversations resolve conflicts through clear communication Husbands, wives, parents, children, friends, neighbors, employers—relationships fill our lives. They require the investments of time and care, especially when conflicts arise. A courageous conversation is an effective tool t ...How does God bring two young people from friendship to marriage?
From Friendship to Marriage God’s love displayed in the growth of a relationship The following story is the account of how my wife, Sarah, and I grew to know and love each other. Even more, it is the story of how our relationships with our heavenly Father grew through our commitment to wait on ...Do I really need to ask for forgiveness?
Common Excuses for Not Asking for Forgiveness avoiding God’s command to be reconciled Sometimes when God asks us to do something, instead of obeying, we try to rationalize away the need to take action. With seeking forgiveness, our pride can get in the way, because asking for forgiveness requir ...What can I do if my husband is not repentant over moral failure?
Turning the Heart of Your “King” when a husband is unrepentant over moral failure Through our counseling ministry, I have spoken with countless women about their family’s journey to moral freedom. They are all at different points in the process, and some of them are frustrated because there is ...Is it possible to forgive an unfaithful husband?
From Ashes to Beauty how God is transforming a marriage and family Did you know there is a gift more costly than platinum and diamonds, and yet everyone can afford to give it? In time, it will cost the giver far more if it is not given. This gift makes us rich in relationships and causes us to ...How should I work through coming clean with my wife?
Take Responsibility for Moral Failure rebuilding a marriage damaged by hidden moral failure When you come clean with your wife by confessing moral failures, you will have a feeling of euphoria. It will seem as though hundreds of bricks have been taken off of your shoulders. You will even feel f ...How can family members help each other gain and maintain moral freedom?
Winning the War Against Lust summoning reinforcements for individual “battles” Accountability is more than going to a brother or sister in the Lord and confessing failure. Accountability is going to them in the middle of a battle, before we’ve fallen, and asking for their help. This concept hel ...Do I need to tell my spouse about sexual sins that I already confessed to God?
The Importance of Confession openness and brokenness in marriage The enemy will do all he can to keep us from being open with our spouse about our sexual failures. Satan will convince us that confessing them will only bring hurt and confusion, that God has already forgiven us, and that it’s a s ...Can my moral failures cause problems in my child's life?
Our Choices Affect Our Children moral purity provides protection When Satan binds a father through hidden sin, he is free to enter the lives of each family member to torment them. Struggles in a child’s life such as rebellion, lying, fears, moral failures, and other problems are often a direct ...Can I gain victory over hidden moral failure?
Freedom From Bondage deliverance from hidden moral failure Growing up, I had the typical “Leave It to Beaver” family. Mom stayed at home and made sure dinner was on the table at 5:30 when Dad walked through the door. I had one brother, one sister, and everything I could ask for—loving parents, ...Can I find freedom from the bondage of hidden sin?
A Pathway to Freedom finding freedom and restoration through Jesus Christ My childhood was unpredictable. Through the influence of alcohol, violence, and abuse, those years held little stability for me, and I became depressed and lonely. When stepfathers came into my life in steady succession, ...Can I be free from lust?
Find Freedom From Lust victory is possible through Jesus Christ Sin in our lives is similar to a ring in a bull’s nose. Just as the ring empowers the owner to lead the bull around at his own will, so Satan is able to lead us wherever he pleases when we allow sin to stay in our lives. When we si ...Can a hopeless marriage be restored?
Marriage Restoration: No Wasted Pain learning to live in the grip of the Father’s love In August of 2006, I came to the point of desperation in my marriage. I felt no hope for experiencing the marriage that I wanted and that I felt God wanted for Ron and me—a marriage that honored Him. We had j ...How can I use questions as tools to discern God's direction in courtship?
Ask Insightful Questions Before and During Courtship tools to help you discern God’s will Each courtship will be unique, because people and situations are unique. However, in every courtship, both individuals and families should seek God’s direction through: Insights from the Word of God. Fer ...How does courtship work?
How Does Courtship Work? concepts to consider for a successful courtship Every individual, family, and situation is unique, and therefore, the process of each courtship is unique. What worked well for one couple might not be the best choice for another couple. The concepts presented here are he ...What commitments should I make before considering marriage?
Basic Commitments to Make Before Considering Marriage three foundational decisions to strengthen moral purity To avoid the trap of moral failure, every son and daughter should make three basic commitments long before he or she is ready to consider marriage. The goal of these commitments is to g ...What are the basic facts about courtship?
Courtship: The Basics who, what, when, where, how, and why WHO participates in courtship? An unmarried man The unmarried woman to whom God has drawn his heart Both sets of parents Other Godly counselors and family members may be invited to offer insight as both families seek to discern the ...What are five basic life roles?
Understanding Five Life Roles become a successful person, provider, proclaimer, partner, parent There are five basic roles in life that each person can fulfill or help others fulfill. These life roles include being a mature person, a skilled provider, an effective proclaimer of truth, a loving ...How can I write a powerful testimony?
How to Write a Four-Part Testimony communicating how God has worked in your life No one else has had the unique set of experiences that God has given to you. However, many people have had similar experiences and will identify with your problems, because “there hath no temptation taken you but s ...What can make my testimony more effective?
Tips for Writing a Four-Part Testimony guidelines to keep in mind as you share with others Here are a few basic guidelines to keep in mind when writing your own four-part testimony. 1. Have the right motive. The motive of your life testimony should be to glorify God, not yourself or your experi ...