Bold Love: When Love Refuses to Be “Nice” and Chooses to Be True Dan Allender and Tremper Longman’s Bold Love is not a book for people who want love to feel comfortable. It is a book for people who want love to be real. From the opening pages, the authors dismantle one of the most damaging assumptions in modern relationships: that love is synonymous with being nice. In their telling, niceness is often the enemy of love. Niceness is what embodies many Christians live by when

Understanding Unforgiveness This is our fourth article in the series on mental health. Today, we will explore a significant opportunity for growth and a barrier to closeness with God— forgiveness . Let’s begin by examining what unforgiveness looks like. Few things weigh on the mind and spirit like holding onto past grievances. Bitterness and resentment can occupy our thoughts, disrupt our sleep, and poison our relationships. Psychologists note that harboring unforgiveness inc

Our world sells us a cheap version of love. Movies, songs, and social media tell us that love is about passion, chemistry, and someone...

Inspired by Love and War by John and Stasi Eldredge Marriage is a battlefield—not because it’s doomed, but because it’s sacred. In Love...

A book we often recommend and sell on our Resources List is entitled "Fun Loving You" by Ted Cunningham. The book is a great reminder of...

Marriage is a sacred covenant designed to reflect God’s love, grace, and intimacy. Yet, it is often marked by struggles, wounds, and...

We've always said in our family: "We are for each other." We are for our kids, as much as we love them all differently with their...

Conflict is an inevitable part of life—whether in our relationships, workplaces, or even within our church communities. If you don't...

Communication is the lifeblood of every marriage, yet it’s the very thing that often feels out of reach for so many couples. Most of the...

On January 16-18 we are hosting a men’s intensive called Wild at Heart Basic at our office. This intensive begins Thursday (January 16)...

In February 2009, on our back patio, my wife and I were praying and reflecting on my life. As I contemplated major changes, we both felt...

Although marriage is a gift, we all know how difficult it is with daily responsibilities, stress, and routines, children (teenagers,...

As we shift our focus from Father's Day, we pause today to reflect on God's design for women. In a world filled with shifting values...

Marriage is an ultimate act of love, a union where two souls become one. But as we know from walking with many, marriage is also a...

From a sermon I loved at Watermark Community Church in Dallas on conflict, I wanted to share the message "Don't Be a 'WENI': Christlike...

Starting (or restarting) your marriage on the right foot is crucial for laying a solid foundation that will support your relationship...

Marriage is a journey of love and growth towards Jesus. Yet, amungst the joys and trials, couples sometimes find themselves engaging in...

In the covenant of marriage, there's a balance between two individuals weaving their lives and maintaining their independence. Let's...

Valentine's Day can often present a unique challenge for married couples. While the world paints a picture of passion and grand gestures,...

In marriage, we know its essential to carve out sacred spaces for connection and intimacy. The following list is what we have found are...