Marriage: Interdependence With a Touch of Independence (Part 2) In my last post I explained the simple but powerful practice that Willard Harley calls, The Policy of Joint Agreement: Never do anything without an enthusiastic agreement between you and your spouse. Now lets consider five practical benefits that you and your spouse can experience as…
Marriage: Interdependence with a touch of Independence Independent behavior is so pervasive in American marriages that most couples need clear guidelines so they can avoid this destructive tendency. Too much independence is often a major issue in marriages and can lead to separation and divorce. In nearly 40 years of ministry I’ve heard the following…
The following teaching is in conjunction with a teaching I did for men, titled, “Husbands, Your Wife Can’t Do Without AFFECTION.” You will find that teaching HERE. No Sex, Please, We’re Married This was the title of an August 2003 Newsweek cover story. While our culture is clearly obsessed with sex, it seems to be…
Affection is the cement of a relationship. It is the bond that knits wives to their husbands like nothing else. When a man gives his wife affection he saying things like this: “I care for you!” “You are the most important person to me!” “What would I do without you?” “I will defend you!” Look…
It’s a long story so bear with me or scan through…might be best to print if you want the whole story as it’s 3 pages…a few of you have asked for details and it’s easier than having 10 long phone conversations…plus this email will go in Seth’s memory journal so I want to capture most…
More frequently, marital breakups occur when one or both partners lack the skills or awareness to meet each other’s needs. More often than not, being right or wrong for someone depends not on some mysterious compatibility quotient, but on how willing and able you are to meet that someone’s needs. No matter how healthy one’s…
By Joan Callander Dingle Joan is a neighbor of ours and is a published author. Joan is presently participating in one of Linda’s Disciple Groups. The following is copyrighted by Joan. God created the family structure and placed His son Jesus in it’s care, “This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His…
When Brandon, Heather and Seth were younger, Linda and I each helped in putting our children to bed. We took turns helping with the basics like brushing and flossing teeth, putting pajamas on and giving baths. Linda usually helped with homework and we rarely ever watched TV after dinner unless it was for a family…