Does Your Marriage Need some Spring Cleaning?
Spring is here and for many that means “spring cleaning” … that annual ritual of scrubbing our homes from top to bottom after being closed up all winter. The goal is a house that is fresh and clean. Well, for many of us … our marriages may need a little “spring cleaning”! Because they get […]
Do You Have a Sacrificial Marriage?
We’re passionate here at House on the Rock about helping couples see how the Word of God speaks to marriages. As we’ve been reflecting on Easter, and the greatest act of love ever demonstrated to mankind, we saw several practical marriage lessons in the death and resurrection of Jesus. Sacrificial giving is foundational to building […]
Do You Know When the 2nd Most Vulnerable Time for Divorce Occurs in Marriages?
Couples are surprised to learn that the second most vulnerable time for divorce is during the onset of the “empty nest” years. That’s because the number one cause of divorce is not an affair, money, or irreconcilable differences. Those are symptoms of the real culprit: the absence of any intentional emotional, physical and spiritual investments into their marriages. Apathy will […]
Are Romance Novels Stealing the Romance from Your Marriage??
Last week we wrote about the danger that TV nudity brings into our homes. That led to a discussion in our office about the other side of that coin … the dangers of so-called “romance” novels. This is a challenging topic because it is not as “black and white” as nudity … there are many shades of gray that fall […]
What TV Shows are Appropriate for Christian Married Couples?
Many people have asked, “Is it okay for my spouse and me to watch TV shows that have regular occurrences of nudity in them? With the rise of online streaming services like Netflix or Amazon Prime … and the pervasive On Demand viewing options for networks like HBO, Cinemax, etc., the accessibility to shows that would […]
How to Stop Fighting About CHORES with Your Spouse!
Somewhere in the first few months of marriage, most couples experience major revelations about chores. The first is that your house doesn’t clean itself … and second, your spouse doesn’t clean the same way you do! This might not seem too bad … until the inevitable happens … and you begin the “chore battles!” My […]
The 3 Greatest Gifts You Can Give this Valentine’s Day!
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching … and many are scrambling to get that cute card … those chocolate candies … or a cluster of Chrysanthemums. And while those are all fine gifts, they really don’t do all that much to strengthen the romance within our marriages. Hey, I’m not saying don’t get your spouse that […]
Why do we struggle to feel forgiven?
Has something like this ever happened to you? You bark some cutting and hurtful words at your spouse … turn, walk away and slam the door. You both retreat to a time of silence, separation and sinfulness. At this point you have two choices … you can either go back and work out your issue […]
How Do I Forgive Myself?
Have you ever had trouble forgiving yourself? Maybe you’re struggling with that now … Learning how to forgive yourself is vital to keeping your relationships with God and your loved ones where they need to be. Counselors proclaim this well-known fact: “hurting people … hurt people!” The longer you avoid forgiving yourself, the longer you allow […]
Last Minute Gift Ideas for Your Spouse that Won’t Disappoint!
Wondering what do you get your spouse for Christmas? I am one of those last minute shoppers … who ventures out on Christmas Eve … wandering the mall … in search of that perfect gift for Karen … sometimes I know what I am looking for … but many times I am praying it will […]