How are Assumptions Impacting Your Marriage?
Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra
Each of us brings many unnamed assumptions into marriage which can cause friction, but identifying those things can help us foster healthier relationships.
When Adversity Impacts Relationships
Jolene DeHeer
Nobody wants to experience adversity in their relationships, but God can use all of life's trials to bless us and mold us to be more like Jesus.
Removing Envy from Friendships
Rev. Travis Jamieson
Envy is destructive to our friendships and poisonous to ourselves. Consider how you can uproot envy and choose to celebrate your friend's accomplishments.
Discussing Your Beliefs in a Dating Relationship
Rev. Travis Jamieson
Have you discuss your Christian faith in your dating relationship? Explore one another's faith practices to be sure they share in your love for Jesus.
Learning to Communicate Well
Rachel Syens
Communication is at the core of building and maintaining healthy relationships. We’ve compiled several Family Fire articles about communicating well.
Supporting Families with Special Needs Children
Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW
Wondering how you can come alongside families whose children have special needs? Consider how you can be supportive to these beloved image bearer's of God.
Helping Your Children Learn and Practice Social Skills
Ardella Perry-Osler
Are you struggling to get your children to interact with others in loving ways? Consider the role parents play in guiding kids to make wise choices.
Help for Overwhelmed New Parents
Keren Kanyago
Do you find parenting to be as exhausting as it is rewarding? Consider how you can care well for yourself through a challenging season of parenting.
Choosing to Discipline With Love
Keren Kanyago
What posture will you take in disciplining your children? Consider the model that God has set for us in guiding us to live as disciples of Jesus.
When is Divorce OK?
Rev. Dr. Steven Koster
Wondering what the Bible says about divorce? Divorce is always painful and it is never God's intention for marriage, but at times it is best choice.
Remarriage: How Can I Be Sure I Am Ready?
Rev. Deb Koster
How can you be sure that you are ready for a new relationship? Consider this remarriage checklist for helping you determine if you are ready to move on.
Four Questions to Ask Before You Get Engaged
Rev. Travis Jamieson
Are considering becoming engaged? Here are four important conversations to have before you enter into a permanent covenant relationship together.
More Resources from Family Fire
Stoking the Spirit in Your Marriage (Video Series)
Join Pastors Deb & Steven Koster for conversations about improving your marriage. Receive guidance on the most important human relationship we have.
A Handbook of Biblical Parenting: Cultivating Citizens of God's Kingdom
Helping children learn to love the Lord is an important job for a parent. Download this ebook to receive scripture based parenting advice.
Easter Table Cards
Christ is Risen! What a wonderful thing to celebrate! Download these table cards to inspire reflection and conversation around your Easter table.
Biblical Discipline: A Guide for Christian Parents
Discipline is a messy yet necessary part of parenting. Download this ebook to help you learn to discipline your children with grace.
Christmas Table Cards
Download the Christmas Table Cards to spark conversation around your table. Each card includes a Bible verse and question to help you draw near to Immanuel.
Thanksgiving Table Cards
Create an atmosphere of thankfulness around your Thanksgiving table! Each card includes a Bible verse and question to inspire reflection and conversation.