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Sep 30
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I Want to Love My Spouse Better. Where Do I Start?

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Building a happy, lasting marriage is a lifelong pursuit. If properly nurtured, your love for one another will grow over time. Pursuing better love is a wonderful way to stay connected, keep learning about each other, and make one another feel special through every season of your life. There are many ways to love your spouse more deeply. You’re closer to your spouse than anyone else, but it’s essential to continue getting to know them throughout your life so you can meet their needs in any season. We’ve gathered a few ideas to help you be more intentional about showing…

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Aug 21
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Should Marriage Feel Like An Emotional Roller Coaster?

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Life has its ups and downs, and so does marriage. But is being married supposed to feel like an emotional roller coaster? Whether you’ve been married for over a decade or are a newlywed, it’s possible for your feelings to ebb and flow. The marriage game can sometimes feel like the best kind of thrill ride. Other times, being married can be fraught with challenges. These ups and downs can potentially impact how you feel about your spouse from one day to the next. So what should you do when you struggle to connect with those good feelings about your…

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Feb 14
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How to Love One Another Well Through All Seasons and Stages of Life

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Life is unpredictable, and we don’t always know what’s around the corner. Although we all try to plan our lives and marriages, hoping things will work out as we envision, life’s seasons and stages don’t always meet our expectations. In spite of this, when we marry, we promise to love and care for each other through it all. Loving one another well should extend through all life’s ups and downs, no matter what happens. Things may not always go according to plan, but when you build your marriage on a solid foundation of steadfast love, facing the unexpected becomes much…

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Jan 31
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It’s the Little Things: How Small Gestures Can Pay Big Dividends in Your Marriage

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Do you and your spouse do little things to show each other you care? Seemingly small gestures can pay big dividends in your marriage. That’s because it’s so much easier to build consistency through daily habits that communicate affection. Grand gestures might be photo-worthy, but they’re also fewer and further between. It’s easy to assume that little gestures might get lost in the mix of day-to-day hustle. But the fact is that your spouse notices both the presence and the absence of these seemingly insignificant acts. Little things really do add up, so let’s talk about why. Consistency and Reliability…

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Apr 19
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The 3 Core Components of Romantic Love

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Romantic love is more complex than we think. Most of us grow up thinking we understand love. As we grow, we learn that love is much more intricate than we thought. And, there are different types of love to consider, including familial love, friendship, and romantic love. Marriage has a way of revealing all the ways we can learn to love someone. Sharing your life with another person means you’ll experience things together that you never imagined–both good and bad. Through every season of life, our love will be tested. We must be able to continue showing love for one…

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Feb 09
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5 Tips for Igniting More Romance in Your Marriage

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When it comes to igniting more romance in your marriage, having a deep connection with your spouse is key. Many married couples find themselves sucked into their daily routines and busy schedules, and they’re experiencing less romance and intimacy than they did when they were dating or newlyweds. If this sounds familiar to you, read on. Even though you might be feeling disconnected and discouraged right now, it’s possible to reignite more romance in your marriage. We’ve gathered some tips you can start putting into practice right away to help you do that. Romance doesn’t exist in a vacuum; it…

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Feb 17
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How to Fall in Love With Your Spouse All Over Again

By Intimacy, Marriage, Relationships One Comment

Building a strong, lifelong marriage takes consistent, intentional effort over time. Emotions ebb and flow with seasons and life circumstances. Sometimes love feels like hard work, while other times it’s effortless. Many couples experience times in their relationship when they feel as though they need to refocus on one another. If you feel as though you’ve drifted apart, it might be time to fall in love with your spouse again. The great news is that there are many ways to reset and refresh your marriage. Want to know more? Let’s dive in. Reevaluate your expectations. Often, when feelings between spouses…

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Feb 10
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3 Romantic Ideas for a Valentine’s Date Night In

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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and this year, why not enjoy a romantic date night at home? There are a number of fun, entertaining, and romantic date nights you can create in the comfort of your own space. A date night at home means your comforts are at your fingertips, and it’s a great way to connect intimately with your spouse in multiple ways. Want some ideas for creating an unforgettable “date night in” this Valentine’s Day? Read on. 1. Share a Candlelit Dinner Everyone loves a nice meal, and you can create one in your own kitchen….

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Jan 27
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5 Reasons You Need Daily Prayer in Your Marriage

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Do you and your spouse pray together? Want to get started in a new daily routine for the new year? We’ve compiled a list of important reasons why you and your spouse should be incorporating daily prayer into your marriage, right now. Want to know more? Read on. 1. Prayer connects us on a spiritual level. Praying together is a great way for you and your spouse to connect on a spiritual level. Communicating about prayer and deciding where you want to focus your prayers is also a way the two of you can work to prioritize the issues you’re…

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Dec 23
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The Best Gift You Can Give This Christmas

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It’s not unusual to experience the familiar push-and-pull between holiday gift-giving and the higher purpose of the Christmas season. Exchanging gifts with family and loved ones is the highlight of Christmas for many, and that’s wonderful–gifts bring joy to both the giver and the receiver. However, a seasonal gift exchange is fleeting, and we’re back to our regular lives before we know it. But what if we gave a gift this Christmas that was permanent? So many of us recognize that Jesus is the true reason for the holiday we love so dearly. But we don’t always keep that in…

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