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Toxic Cultures
It’s so easy to overlook culture. At times it appears to be like carbon monoxide. You can’t see it or smell it, but it’s there. The problem is when it is toxic. Of course, at times it is very noticeable. It may appear in the form of anger, drama, hatred, gossip, secrets, moodiness, the silent […]
Continue reading20 Principles for a Great Marriage
Recently I’ve come across some popular informational products on the web. Things like How to Get Your Ex Back and How to Pick up a Date After a Failed Marriage. It just seems to me we should put that kind of effort into our current marriage. So here is a short list of 20 things. Obviously […]
Continue readingFeeling Under Appreciated?
Have you ever been in a group setting where the compliments were being dished out, only to realize none were coming your way? This is huge, so let’s take just a moment to think about how it can impact you. Feeling under appreciated has led many to leave their jobs, their marriages, and their friends. […]
Continue readingWords Can Hurt….All the Way to the Grave!
Have you ever thought about the power and impact of your words. No doubt we have all shared many that we wish we hadn’t. As little kids we were taught, Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me. Wow! Who thought that one up? And who passed that rhyme along? […]
Continue readingAbundance or Scarcity?
We all carry the burden of not measuring up. That sense of not being good enough pops up at a very early age and follows us all through life. A little girl starts out having princess birthday parties. She dresses up. She starts looking around and asking Am I pretty enough? Then she becomes a […]
Continue readingCure for the Common Cold!
Is there a cure for the common cold? Well, not exactly. But we all wish there was. And there are some things you can do to prevent from getting one. If you don’t do those things, you are likely to get a cold. When do colds tend to hit you? At the worst possible time. […]
Continue readingHaving a 3D Marriage
Prior to meeting Carol, a friend of mine, Tommy Moore, invited me to come work with him in Kenya. I jumped at the opportunity to go help build churches and hold evangelistic meetings. While there I was impressed with Tommy and LaDel’s marriage. The culture actually helped them build some healthy rhythms into their marriage. […]
Continue readingReal Life Romance is a Daily Thing
Let’s be honest. With Valentine’s Day just hours away many are planning something big or special. Now that is all fine and good. And I’m not suggesting you don’t celebrate the day. Just don’t get caught up in the moment of the day. What I mean is you can’t create a life time of romance […]
Continue readingTime to Refuel Your Marriage
Valentine’s Day is about a week away. Reservations are being made, flowers will be bought, and candlelight dinners will be popular. But will there be passion, sparks, and sizzle? Or will you get in the car and head out with an empty gas tank. And I am not talking about the gas you buy. I […]
Continue readingOur Character is ALWAYS Under Construction
There are times when we just wish we were done. It may be a project around the house or even a long trip in the car. We simply want to be at the finishing point. Wouldn’t it be nice if our character was like that? What if we could develop courage and never think about […]
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