Relationships
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Explain or Apologize? What You Need to Know Before Saying “I’m Sorry”
This week I’m honored to share my words over at Amendo, an online publication dedicated to “reconnecting life and spirit.” Check out the excerpt below and then head over to their website to…
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Four Ways to Love Your Friend Through a Long Season of Suffering
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 Have you…
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Why It Is Good and Right to Practice Patience With Yourself
I stood at the kitchen sink with autumn afternoon light streaming through the window. My husband, Josh, and I had finished Sunday lunch and finally had a moment for real conversation after a…
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What You Need to Know Before You “Give Yourself Grace”
Conflict is a result of unmet expectations. I know this because I’ve heard it quoted in books and podcasts but also because I’ve lived it. Nine months of reading, shopping, and social media…
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Knowing Your Processing Style and Why It Matters
We all hear about arguments between couples that start with a simple or even ridiculous squabble. I remember thinking, “Are we really arguing right now about bedskirts?” Driving home from work, I was…
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Dealing With the Real Question Behind “What is My Identity in Christ?”
There is no lack of articles that address the idea of what it means to find our identity in Christ. Compilations of Bible verses lay out a stunning display of God’s thoughts about…
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5 Communication Guidelines for a Healthy Marriage
Communication is the bedrock of relationships. Effective communication leads to intimacy and contentment in the relationship. On the other hand, poor communication sets the stage for misunderstandings and gives an opportunity for wedges…
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5 True Things About Our Heavenly Father
Father’s Day is tricky, isn’t it? For some, the day is cause to celebrate while for others, the day would be best spent in bed avoiding the emotions uncovered by the reminders of…
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Let’s Stop Trusting the World’s Wisdom
I remember the article in surprising detail. It was in a teen magazine featuring a well-known pop star. Part of the article focused on this star’s relationships and how she decided which ones…
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5 Not-So-Obvious Ways to Be a Good Friend
We learn the social skills of making and keeping friendships as children, but the experience changes as we transition to adulthood. There is no rule book to tell us how these things are…
