The 50-50 proposition is a trap of epic proportions! The idea may sound good, but there’s nothing about it that makes any sense in any healthy relationship. Many single, good-minded people have the most skewed notions about marriage. When I was single, being around other single people gave me some not-so-good ideas about marriage (thank … Continue reading
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My Charge To Rowland and Angela
This weekend I was privileged to not only be witness to but officiate the incredible, memorable and incomparable wedding of my childhood friend, Rowland, to his beautiful bride, Angela! The four day wedding celebration was a study in family, friendship, commitment and love. Jennifer and I, along with everyone in attendance, were exceptionally treated to … Continue reading
Keep The Hunt
Just because you said “I do” does not mean you’re done. To some, marriage is the climax of a relationship; it is the mountaintop of their pursuit of one another. Once married, some couples stop their courting of each other. Most often this attitude lends itself to a downhill affect of “what happens now?” I believe one … Continue reading
The Eight Habits of Highly Effective Marriages (Part 1)
Some habits can change your life for better or worse. Steven Covey, in 1989, published a book that has been well-regarded all over the world as the marquee self-help guide to personal effectiveness. His “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People” has helped millions of people from all walks of life become better by applying the … Continue reading
Psalms 23 Husband
Everything I ever needed to learn about marriage is found in the Bible. One of the most effective tools about marriage life that I’ve ever come across with is “Role-Reading” the Bible. I was still single when I spoke to a new husband about role-reading the Scriptures. The idea is simple: read the Bible in your … Continue reading
The Married Mind
Single people should not get married until their mind is already married (to their would be spouse – whether present or future.) In fact, it is my personal opinion that the most successful marriages are a result of single men and women who dated with marriage in mind. The Bible states that “… he that finds … Continue reading
Speak Of Marriage 