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A Wife’s Hurt Feelings: Beyond a Husband’s Apology, Rethinking a Fresh Approach
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A Wife’s Hurt Feelings: Beyond a Husband’s Apology, Rethinking a Fresh Approach

If I ranked comments from wives to me, this one comes in close to the top: “My husband hurts my feelings.”

A Wife’s Hurt Feelings: Beyond a Husband’s Apology, Rethinking a Fresh Approach
Marriage
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Seek Mutual Understanding, Not Divorce
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Seek Mutual Understanding, Not Divorce

Countless divorcees have told us over the years that had they known the Love and Respect truth underlying the negative cycle they found themselves constantly on (which we refer to as the Crazy Cycle), they would never have divorced.

Seek Mutual Understanding, Not Divorce
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When Disappointed in Our Spouse, Do We Address Their Conduct or Attack Their Character?
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When Disappointed in Our Spouse, Do We Address Their Conduct or Attack Their Character?

Husbands and wives are going to disagree . . . many times. They’re going to have arguments . . . many times. On top of that, husbands will disappoint wives, and wives will disappoint husbands, bringing reason for the offended or hurt spouse to broach a possibly sensitive or tough topic. 

When Disappointed in Our Spouse, Do We Address Their Conduct or Attack Their Character?
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“My Response Is My Responsibility”—7 Fears and 7 Benefits
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“My Response Is My Responsibility”—7 Fears and 7 Benefits

There is an axiom that I have used in my teachings for as long as I can remember that, to this day, I still fully believe in its simple but life-changing truth: “My response is my responsibility.”

“My Response Is My Responsibility”—7 Fears and 7 Benefits
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According To Jesus, All We Need To Be Content Is Food, Covering, And One More Thing...
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According To Jesus, All We Need To Be Content Is Food, Covering, And One More Thing...

When I was on staff at a church in the 1970s, we sought to serve widows and orphans. Though they were not all widows, we decided to lean into assisting single parents specifically.

According To Jesus, All We Need To Be Content Is Food, Covering, And One More Thing...
Christian Life
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Seek Mutual Understanding, Not Divorce

Seek Mutual Understanding, Not Divorce

Seek Mutual Understanding, Not Divorce
Marriage
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9
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When Disappointed in Our Spouse, Do We Address Their Conduct or Attack Their Character?

When Disappointed in Our Spouse, Do We Address Their Conduct or Attack Their Character?

When Disappointed in Our Spouse, Do We Address Their Conduct or Attack Their Character?
Marriage
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6
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“My Response Is My Responsibility”—7 Fears and 7 Benefits

“My Response Is My Responsibility”—7 Fears and 7 Benefits

“My Response Is My Responsibility”—7 Fears and 7 Benefits
Marriage
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10
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According To Jesus, All We Need To Be Content Is Food, Covering, And One More Thing...

According To Jesus, All We Need To Be Content Is Food, Covering, And One More Thing...

According To Jesus, All We Need To Be Content Is Food, Covering, And One More Thing...
Christian Life
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The Bible Verse That Gives Hope To Millions, Part 1

The Bible Verse That Gives Hope To Millions, Part 1

A few years ago, Steven Curtis Chapman lost his five-year-old daughter in a tragic accident when his son accidentally rolled over her with the family car. During that devastating time, the Chapman family clung to the words of Jeremiah 29:11 which says, "'For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope.’"

The Bible Verse That Gives Hope To Millions, Part 1
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Is Your Wife Really Finished With Your Marriage? Part 2

Is Your Wife Really Finished With Your Marriage? Part 2

Yesterday, I shared with you the first part in a series of emails between a soldier and me. If you haven’t already, please read Part 1 and then continue with the rest of the story below. After the solder wrote to me a second time, in which he shared more details about his marriage and where he thought things were headed, I replied with the following: Thank you for sharing. If your wife is open, I would love hearing from her and her explanation.

Is Your Wife Really Finished With Your Marriage? Part 2
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Is Your Wife Really Finished With Your Marriage? Part 1

Is Your Wife Really Finished With Your Marriage? Part 1

To every husband who hears his wife say, “I am finished with this marriage,” do not take her words at face value. Even if she expresses herself sincerely at the moment, those sentiments can change rapidly given you understand how to apply the power of love to her heart. The first step is to stop talking. Try to really listen to her heart. The foundational question for a wife is, "Do you really hear me, understand me, accept me and love me?"If you cannot achieve this on your own, invite her into a setting with a pastor or Christian counselor who will help you listen to what she is saying.

Is Your Wife Really Finished With Your Marriage? Part 1
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Men: Can We Be Conscious of Unconscious Mistakes? (Part 2)

Men: Can We Be Conscious of Unconscious Mistakes? (Part 2)

Many husbands and fathers have written to me saying, in effect: "Many times I have no idea that I am coming across unlovingly to my wife and daughter. As a man, I learned that I have a tendency to be harsh and angry and communicate with "a look" that can kill or have a tone that slices their hearts when I am tired and frustrated. When I do this, it makes sense to me why my wife and daughter get so hurt and dramatic, and then want to talk to me about how they felt so unloved.

Men: Can We Be Conscious of Unconscious Mistakes? (Part 2)
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Women: Can We Be Conscious of Unconscious Mistakes? (Part 1)

Women: Can We Be Conscious of Unconscious Mistakes? (Part 1)

Many wives and mothers have written to me saying, "I had no idea how disrespectful I was to my husband and son. Once I learned that I communicate with “a look” of contempt and with a tone of disgust when I am tired, upset, hurt, frustrated and angry, it made sense to me why my they pulled away from me.” “Unlike my daughter, who identified with my female emotions, the men in my life did not.

Women: Can We Be Conscious of Unconscious Mistakes? (Part 1)
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Boys Are Not Violent Due To The Honor Code Within [Video]

Boys Are Not Violent Due To The Honor Code Within [Video]

A social experiment was conducted in Italy with boys ranging from 7 to 11 years old: "The boys are introduced to Martina, who has a giggly, lovestruck effect on all the young admirers. When asked to caress her, the boys do not hesitate to stroke her cheek in a gesture of intimacy. When asked to make a funny face at her, they do so. However, when the boys are asked to slap Martina, they all look surprised and confused.

Boys Are Not Violent Due To The Honor Code Within [Video]
Parenting
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How To Succeed As A Father: Today Is A New Day! [Video]

How To Succeed As A Father: Today Is A New Day! [Video]

“Success is not final, failure is not fatal. It is the courage to continue that counts.” — Winston Churchill (1874-1965). Such words take on profound meaning in times of life and death, as they did in the days of World War II. There are lesser battles, yet very real, and there is a battle every parent encounters that tests the heart.

How To Succeed As A Father: Today Is A New Day! [Video]
Parenting
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Arrogant Pride Misses The Spirit Of Generosity, Part 2

Arrogant Pride Misses The Spirit Of Generosity, Part 2

Remember the scene from yesterday’s post? If you haven’t read the story yet or watched the video, I would encourage you to do so before continuing on. The example of the beggar on the street giving away money may give us a glimpse into the true condition of many people. The folks in the story erupted like volcanoes. They were filled with wrath toward this street person. His offering of gifts and grace repulsed and angered the passers-by. They felt insulted, incensed and irate. They cursed.

Arrogant Pride Misses The Spirit Of Generosity, Part 2
Christian Life
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