Marriage

When we center our marriages on Christ, we can build relationships that are marked by joy, peace, and a deep sense of purpose. Explore these articles to dig deeper into the topic of marriage.

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 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.

Fighting For Your Marriage

Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra

Marriage can be challenging. Commit to some healthy guidelines for managing conflict to help your marriage to find healing after weathering adversity.

Why Dating Your Spouse Needs Prioritizing

Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW

Has dating your spouse fallen off your priority list? Consider the impact that dating your spouse has on nurturing intimacy in your marriage relationship.

A Triple-A Strategy for Navigating Conflict

Dr. Dan Mielke

How do you get back on the road to healthy communication after a conflict? Discover a AAA strategy for acknowledging the pain and moving toward healing.

Connect with Your Spouse through Reading

Rev. Travis Jamieson

Are you looking for ways to build your personal connection with your spouse? Consider the practice of reading together to enrich your time together.

Managing Anger and the Power of Forgiveness

Christopher Hunt

Anger has become a weapon in our society. The Bible urges us to restrain our anger and respond with compassion and forgiveness.

A Healthy Posture for Approaching Conflict

Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra

Do you find yourself locked in conflict? When we pay attention to our posture as much as our position, we are able to resolve conflict more effectively.

What Makes a Good Apology?

Rev. Travis Jamieson

Are you struggling with conflict in your marriage? Learn how to initiate reconciliation and offer sincere a apology to start healing your relationship.

Prioritizing a Work-Life Balance

Rev. Travis Jamieson

Are you struggling with finding the balance between work demands and family commitments? Discern how you should use your time to honor God and others.

Managing Anger in Marriage

Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra

Are you struggling with handling anger in your marriage? God calls us to handle anger in ways that are constructive and redemptive rather than destructive.
Date Title Author Topics
November 20, 2024 How are Assumptions Impacting Your Marriage? Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage
October 23, 2024 When is Divorce OK? Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Singles, Single Again, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage
October 20, 2024 Remarriage: How Can I Be Sure I Am Ready? Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Marriage Preparation, Single Again, Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Blended Families
October 2, 2024 Fighting For Your Marriage Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
September 29, 2024 Why Dating Your Spouse Needs Prioritizing Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Marriage, Newlyweds, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Spiritual Intimacy
September 18, 2024 A Triple-A Strategy for Navigating Conflict Dr. Dan Mielke Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
September 15, 2024 Connect with Your Spouse through Reading Rev. Travis Jamieson Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication
September 4, 2024 Managing Anger and the Power of Forgiveness Christopher Hunt Marriage, Spirituality
September 4, 2024 A Healthy Posture for Approaching Conflict Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
September 1, 2024 What Makes a Good Apology? Rev. Travis Jamieson Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
August 25, 2024 Prioritizing a Work-Life Balance Rev. Travis Jamieson Singles, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
August 14, 2024 Managing Anger in Marriage Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
August 11, 2024 When its Difficult Expressing Your Concerns in Marriage Keren Kanyago Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
July 24, 2024 When a Spouse Refuses Counseling Keren Kanyago Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
July 21, 2024 Choosing to Love My Spouse Rev. Travis Jamieson Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
July 17, 2024 Budget Checkup Rev. Travis Jamieson Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
July 14, 2024 Does My Time Management Honor God? Keren Kanyago Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Parenting Kids
July 10, 2024 Healing for Estranged Relationships Rev. Travis Jamieson Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, In-Law Relationships, Seniors, Being In-Laws, Boundaries & Conflict
July 7, 2024 Estranged Relationships: God Understands Rev. Travis Jamieson Marriage, In-Law Relationships, Seniors, Being In-Laws, Boundaries & Conflict
June 9, 2024 How to Stop Being a Victim Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
May 22, 2024 Your Money Or Your Marriage? Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
May 19, 2024 Wise Financial Practices for Your Household Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
May 8, 2024 Navigating Disrespect Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
March 17, 2024 Why Won’t My Spouse Do the Dishes? Rev. Travis Jamieson Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
March 6, 2024 When Your Spouse Won't Pull Their Weight In Marriage Keren Kanyago Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
March 3, 2024 What If I No Longer Find My Spouse Attractive? Keren Kanyago Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
February 28, 2024 Listening Reflectively: How to Listen Well Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication
February 25, 2024 Listening Deflectively: How Not to Listen Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication
February 21, 2024 Fences and In-Laws Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Marriage, Newlyweds, Growing Your Marriage, In-Law Relationships, Seniors, Being In-Laws, Boundaries & Conflict
February 18, 2024 Why Doesn’t My Spouse Want a Dog? Rev. Travis Jamieson Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
February 14, 2024 6 Magic Questions to Improve Your Marriage Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Conflict & Crisis
February 11, 2024 Are Marriages 50/50 Relationships? Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Dating Well, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
January 24, 2024 Not Tonight Honey Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Dating, Sex & Marriage, Sex & Parenting
January 21, 2024 Why Bother with Sex? Dr. Dan Mielke Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
January 17, 2024 A Christian Response to Bad Behavior Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
November 8, 2023 Our Road Map Through the Storm Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
November 1, 2023 Why Pastors Have Affairs: Sacred Boundaries and Sexual Abuse Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Singles, Dating Well, Sex & Dating, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Conflict & Crisis, Sex & Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Sexuality, Sex & Dating, Sex & Marriage, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
October 25, 2023 Taming the Tongue Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Marriage, Communication
October 22, 2023 Learning to Assert Yourself and Use Your Voice Joella Ranaivoson Singles, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication
October 18, 2023 Four Gateways to Intimacy Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
October 15, 2023 Why You Should Stop Having Sex With Your Spouse Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
September 22, 2023 Biblical Perspectives on Sex in Marriage Christopher Hunt Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
September 20, 2023 Beginning to Date Again Amanda Mason Singles, Single Again, Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage
September 17, 2023 Getting Ready to Date Again Amanda Mason Singles, Single Again, Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage
August 9, 2023 Five Ways to Handle Unmet Expectations Keren Kanyago Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
August 6, 2023 When Life's Struggles Feel Overwhelming Amanda Rawson Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
August 2, 2023 Seeking Help After Abuse Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
July 30, 2023 Is It Abuse? And What Should I Do? Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
July 26, 2023 Human Sexuality and The Biblical Story Rev. Mark Pluimer Singles, Sex & Dating, Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Dating, Sex & Marriage
July 23, 2023 Sex is God’s Idea: Sexuality is Part of God’s Perfect Plan Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
July 12, 2023 Navigating Difficult Relationships Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, In-Law Relationships, Seniors, Being In-Laws, Boundaries & Conflict
June 21, 2023 Weathering the Storms of Life as A Couple Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
June 18, 2023 Caring for an Ailing Spouse Jolene DeHeer Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors
June 14, 2023 Learning to Confront with Love Jalicia Maeweather Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
June 7, 2023 A God Glorifying Marriage Rev. Jason Ruis Marriage, Growing Your Marriage
June 4, 2023 Six Steps for Couples Who Have Drifted Apart Keren Kanyago Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Spiritual Intimacy, Conflict & Crisis
May 28, 2023 Why You Need Alone Time in Your Marriage Keren Kanyago Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
May 14, 2023 What Does Your Love Life Need? Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
April 12, 2023 Resurrection Power for Relationships Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Conflict & Crisis, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
March 29, 2023 Forgiving God Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
March 26, 2023 Forgiving the Villains Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
February 15, 2023 Understanding and Help For The Sexless Marriage Dr. Robert Ritzema Marriage, Newlyweds, Growing Your Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
February 12, 2023 Does God Expect Our Marriage to Include Sex? Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
January 8, 2023 Can "Ethical" Porn Enhance Your Marriage? Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
December 21, 2022 What it Means to Love One Another Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Dating Well, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage
November 9, 2022 Marriage Boundaries: Tending Our Fences and Opening Our Gates Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, In-Law Relationships
November 6, 2022 Setting Limits: How Can Boundaries Help My Family? Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, In-Law Relationships, Seniors, Being In-Laws, Boundaries & Conflict
October 19, 2022 Advice for Conflict Management in Marriage Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
October 16, 2022 The Wisdom of Seeking Counsel Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
October 2, 2022 Expressing Emotions Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
September 14, 2022 Preventative Maintenance For Your Marriage Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
September 13, 2022 Handling Conflict Biblically and Constructively: Encouraging articles from Family Fire Christopher Hunt Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
September 11, 2022 Magic Words to Improve Your Relationships Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Marriage, Newlyweds, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Parenting Teens
August 17, 2022 Starting Marriage With Good Habits Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Newlyweds, Sex & Marriage
August 14, 2022 Planning a God-Centered Wedding (& Marriage) Rev. Dr. Bret Lamsma Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Newlyweds
August 10, 2022 17 Things Spiritually Healthy People Don’t Do Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Seniors, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
July 27, 2022 Single Again Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Single Again, Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage
July 24, 2022 Coping as a Single Parent: Four ways God Showed He Would Not Leave Christopher Hunt Singles, Single Again, Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Single Parenting, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
July 6, 2022 Learning How to Practice Empathy Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
July 3, 2022 Cultivating Relationships with Stepchildren Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Blended Families
June 8, 2022 How Do I Manage Frustration? Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
June 5, 2022 Uprooting the Idols in Our Families Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
May 25, 2022 Lies The Church Tells About Sex Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Singles, Sex & Dating, Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Dating, Sex & Marriage
May 22, 2022 Lies Our Culture Tells About Sex Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Singles, Sex & Dating, Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Dating, Sex & Marriage
April 27, 2022 Building an Intimate Marriage Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
April 24, 2022 What is Marriage? Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage
April 19, 2022 Kingdom Building Practices of the Early Church Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Seniors, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
March 23, 2022 Why is Communication So Difficult? Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Dating Well, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
March 20, 2022 Gentle Answers to Defuse Arguments Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
March 16, 2022 Stop Looking for Your Soulmate Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Singles, Dating Well, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
March 13, 2022 Why Can't My Spouse Recognize My Needs? Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
February 16, 2022 Cultivating Invitational Love Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
January 30, 2022 When Hateful Words are Spoken Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
January 20, 2022 What is Family Fire? Revs. Deb & Steven Koster Marriage, Parenting, Spirituality
January 2, 2022 Help! My Procrastination is Hurting My Relationships Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
December 22, 2021 How to Love Well at Christmas Rev. Joel Vande Werken Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Seniors, Being In-Laws, Boundaries & Conflict, Family Holidays
December 15, 2021 8 Keys to Living a Joyful Life Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Growing Your Marriage
December 12, 2021 Finding Joy at Christmas! Kim Sullivan Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Holiday Celebrations, Seniors, Mentoring Faith, Family Holidays, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Intimacy, Mentoring Faith
December 1, 2021 Have Hope For Your Marriage Dr. Robert Ritzema Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
November 17, 2021 When the Boat Rocks: Advice for Newlyweds Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Newlyweds, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
November 10, 2021 How to Improve Your Sex Life Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
November 7, 2021 Biblical Guidelines for Sexually Healthy Relationships Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Living Single, Dating Well, Marriage Preparation, Sex & Dating, Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Dating, Sex & Marriage
November 3, 2021 What is the Purpose of Marriage? Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Sex & Marriage
October 31, 2021 Living in an Imperfect Marriage Kim Sullivan Marriage, Newlyweds, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
October 20, 2021 The Art & Grit of Granting Forgiveness Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Discipline, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
October 17, 2021 How Do I Forgive: Write a Letter of Lament and Forgiveness Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
September 1, 2021 Being Teachable: Characteristics of Un-teachable Behavior Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict, Spirituality, Spiritual Nurturing
August 29, 2021 Being Teachable: Developing a Teachable Spirit Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
August 22, 2021 When You Discover Your Spouse Has a Porn Habit Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
August 8, 2021 Help for Dealing with a Conflict Avoiding Family Joella Ranaivoson Marriage, In-Law Relationships
July 21, 2021 The Romans 12 Guide to Dealing with Difficult People Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
July 18, 2021 Dealing with a Dysfunctional Family Member Joella Ranaivoson Marriage, In-Law Relationships, Seniors, Being In-Laws, Boundaries & Conflict
June 6, 2021 How to Move Forward After Messing Up Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
May 19, 2021 Transforming Your Emotions Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
May 9, 2021 How to Date When You Can’t Go Out Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage
April 25, 2021 Establishing Discipline in the Blended Family Home Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Blended Families, Discipline
April 14, 2021 Finding Healing after Betrayal Christopher Hunt Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
April 11, 2021 Coping with Betrayal Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
March 31, 2021 What does Submission in Marriage Look Like? Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Newlyweds, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
February 21, 2021 Signs Your Relationship has Become Unhealthy Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Singles, Dating Well, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
February 14, 2021 Spiritual Disciplines: Family Fasting Kim Sullivan Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Seniors, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Mentoring Faith
February 10, 2021 Do I Matter in This Marriage? Rev. Daniel Zylstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
January 17, 2021 Keeping the Emotional Pot from Boiling Over Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
December 9, 2020 Help for Forgiving Yourself Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
November 29, 2020 Spiraling Into Self-Pity Rev. Jason Ruis Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
November 18, 2020 Am I Drinking Too Much Alcohol? Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Singles, Living Single, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
November 11, 2020 How Do I Forgive Lynne Scherschel, MS, LMFT Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
October 11, 2020 How Unmet Childhood Needs Shape Your Life Linda Ostlund, MA, LCPC Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication
September 13, 2020 Why Our Words Matter Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Communication, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Discipline, Seniors, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
September 9, 2020 The Benefits of Praying Together Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Singles, Dating Well, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Intimacy
September 6, 2020 Praying for Your Spouse Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Intimacy
September 2, 2020 Understanding Emotional Abuse Kelsee Costanza, MS, LPC Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
August 16, 2020 Managing Covid Conversations Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
August 12, 2020 Be the Hero for your Family Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Spiritual Nurturing
July 29, 2020 Navigating Life's Disappointments Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
July 26, 2020 Conflict Management: A Biblical Approach Rev. Jason Ruis Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict, Family Holidays
July 22, 2020 One Sided Marriage Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Newlyweds, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
July 8, 2020 Practicing Assertive Communication Jessica Parks, MSW, LCSW Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
July 5, 2020 Live Your Own Life - Letting Go of Codependency Charlene Brouwer, MA, LAMFT Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
July 1, 2020 Building a Partnership in Your Marriage Leah Travis, MS, LMFT Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
June 24, 2020 What is Therapy? Kelsee Costanza, MS, LPC Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
June 14, 2020 Changing Wedding Plans due to COVID-19 Jordan An Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Newlyweds
June 10, 2020 The Power of Praying for One Another Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Seniors, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
May 17, 2020 Cultivating Intimacy in Your Marriage Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
May 13, 2020 Sharing Feelings Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Communication
April 29, 2020 Listening for God Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Seniors, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Family Devotions & Worship, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
April 15, 2020 Toxic Positivity Kathryn DeYoung, LCPC, LMHC Marriage, Communication, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
March 18, 2020 Who Am I? Moving Past Co-dependency Kim Pronoitis, MA, LCPC Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
March 15, 2020 Is My Marriage Salvageable? Recognizing Emotional Abuse Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
March 11, 2020 Love Your Spouse: Body and Soul Rev. Jason Ruis Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
March 8, 2020 Tips for Caring for Your Marriage After Children Arrive Laura Goossens, MSW, LCSW Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Parenting, New Parents, Parenting Kids
February 19, 2020 Marriage 101: Learning to Communicate Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication
February 9, 2020 Initiating Sex with Your Spouse Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Sex & Marriage
February 5, 2020 What Could You Gain from Counseling? Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Discipline, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy, Grief & Loss
February 2, 2020 Facing Financial Challenges Joy Bocanegra, MA, LCPC Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
January 5, 2020 Why Am I Angry? Kathy Krentkowski, MA, LCPC, LMHC Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy, Grief & Loss
November 13, 2019 Protecting Your Peace With Healthy Boundaries - 3 Steps to Dealing with Your Ex Kim Sullivan Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage
November 6, 2019 While You Wait for Your Marriage to be Healed Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
November 3, 2019 Walking Through the Darkness After Infidelity Kim Sullivan Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
October 6, 2019 Jesus' Guide to Rebuilding Trust Kim Sullivan Marriage, In-Law Relationships, Divorce & Remarriage
September 29, 2019 What Makes a Good Marriage? Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Sex & Marriage
September 11, 2019 Marital Therapy…Alone? When a Spouse Refuses Counseling Debi Mitchell, MS, LMFT Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
September 8, 2019 Four Lies You Should Believe to Ruin Your Sex Life Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Sex & Marriage
August 25, 2019 A Biblical Guide to Conflict Resolution Aneece Alicea, MA, LMHC Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
August 14, 2019 In-Law Lessons from Moses Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, In-Law Relationships, Seniors, Being In-Laws, Being Grandparents, Boundaries & Conflict
August 11, 2019 Family Estrangement: How to Find Healing in Brokenness Julie Plagens Marriage, In-Law Relationships, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
June 18, 2019 What to Expect in Couples Counseling Jennie Sawye Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
June 9, 2019 Handling Conflict Constructively Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
June 2, 2019 Navigating Difficulties with Your Ex Rev. Joel Vande Werken Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
April 14, 2019 Coping When Your Loved One is in Active Addiction Kathy Krentkowski, MA, LCPC, LMHC Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
April 10, 2019 Why is it So Difficult to Draw Boundaries With Parents? Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, In-Law Relationships, Seniors, Being In-Laws, Boundaries & Conflict
March 24, 2019 The Difficult Daughter (or Son)-In-Law Dr. Robert Ritzema Marriage, In-Law Relationships, Seniors, Being In-Laws
March 20, 2019 Reconciling our Conflict with Reconciliation Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
March 10, 2019 Invest in Your Marriage (It's Bigger than the Wedding) Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Newlyweds
January 9, 2019 How Sex Changes Relationships Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Singles, Sex & Dating, Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Dating, Sex & Parenting
December 7, 2018 Blended Families and Holidays Nadia Swearingen-Friesen Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Blended Families, Seniors, Being In-Laws, Boundaries & Conflict, Family Holidays
December 2, 2018 Getting Lost Financially and Planning a Way Out Rev. Michael VanderLaan Marriage, Growing Your Marriage
November 28, 2018 The Anatomy of an Emotion Kathy Krentkowski, MA, LCPC, LMHC Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
October 28, 2018 Couples Who Cannot Have Sex Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
October 24, 2018 Communication Basics Kathy Krentkowski, MA, LCPC, LMHC Singles, Dating Well, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage
October 3, 2018 Listening To Your Spouse Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication
September 23, 2018 Continuing the Date Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Marriage, Growing Your Marriage
September 6, 2018 Rules for Fair Fighting: Rule #8 Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Singles, Dating Well, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
September 6, 2018 Rules for Fair Fighting: Rule #9 Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Singles, Dating Well, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
September 6, 2018 Rules for Fair Fighting: Rule #7 Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
September 6, 2018 Rules for Fair Fighting: Rule #6 Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
September 5, 2018 Rules for Fair Fighting: Rule #10 Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
August 30, 2018 Rules for Fair Fighting: Summary Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
August 30, 2018 Rules for Fair Fighting: Rule #1 Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
August 30, 2018 Rules for Fair Fighting: Rule #4 Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
August 30, 2018 Rules for Fair Fighting: Rule #5 Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
August 30, 2018 Rules for Fair Fighting: Rule #3 Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
August 30, 2018 Rules for Fair Fighting: Rule #2 Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
August 19, 2018 Loving the Enemy Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
August 8, 2018 Build friendship into your marriage Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage
August 5, 2018 Where You End and I Begin: An invitation to healthy boundaries Kathy Krentkowski, MA, LCPC, LMHC Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
August 1, 2018 Letting Go and Sticking Together Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Newlyweds, Growing Your Marriage
July 11, 2018 Becoming a Better Spouse through Union with Christ Lynne Scherschel, MS, LMFT Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy
June 28, 2018 Rebuilding After Separation Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
June 25, 2018 What Older Adults Can Teach Us About Relationships Dr. Robert Ritzema Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
May 14, 2018 Your Marriage: Covenant, or Contract? Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Newlyweds, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
April 19, 2018 Making the most of living with extended family Donna Southard, MA, LCPC Marriage, In-Law Relationships, Seniors, Being In-Laws, Boundaries & Conflict
February 22, 2018 Striving to Be One Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
February 12, 2018 Navigating In-law Relationships Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Marriage, In-Law Relationships
January 25, 2018 Too Busy for Sex? Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
January 11, 2018 Praying with Your Spouse Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy
December 4, 2017 Breaking Traditions Rev. Kelly Vander Woude Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Holiday Celebrations, Seniors, Family Holidays
September 21, 2017 When to End a Marriage Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
September 18, 2017 When to Fight for Your Marriage Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
June 28, 2017 Summer Reading to Grow Your Marriage Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
June 22, 2017 Help for the Sexless Marriage Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
June 5, 2017 Creating a Gracious Marriage Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
March 6, 2017 Is Anger a Sin? Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
February 27, 2017 Avoiding Gray Divorce: Marriage Risk After 50 Dr. Robert Ritzema Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
February 16, 2017 Marriage Conflict: Why Do We Fight? Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Dating Well, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
February 13, 2017 Marriage Conflict: Rules of Engagement Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
February 2, 2017 The First Step Towards Freedom from Pornography Dr. Robert Ritzema Singles, Sex & Dating, Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Dating, Sex & Marriage, Sex & Parenting
December 29, 2016 Helping Your Marriage Navigate PTSD Debi Mitchell, MS, LMFT Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
November 10, 2016 Dwelling in God's Word Together Rev. Jason Ruis Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy
November 3, 2016 Foster Thankfulness in Your Marriage Rev. Jason Ruis Marriage, Growing Your Marriage
October 27, 2016 Let the Peace of Christ Rule Your Marriage Rev. Jason Ruis Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis
October 20, 2016 Dressing for Marriage: A Morning Ritual Rev. Jason Ruis Marriage, Growing Your Marriage
October 17, 2016 4 Lies Porn Told Me, and the Truth that Set Me Free Christopher Hunt Singles, Sex & Dating, Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Sexuality, Sex & Dating, Sex & Marriage
October 13, 2016 Loving God More Than Your Spouse Rev. Jason Ruis Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Newlyweds, Growing Your Marriage
October 6, 2016 Crossing Bridges Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
April 18, 2016 Child-Centered Life After Divorce: 7 Ways to Protect your Children Dr. Melinda Hammond, LCP Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Single Parenting, Blended Families
February 29, 2016 A Biblical Approach to Masturbation Rev. Dr. Rob Toornstra Singles, Living Single, Sex & Dating, Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Parenting, Sex & Parenting, Sexuality, Sex & Dating, Sex & Marriage, Sex & Parenting
January 18, 2016 Is Your Relationship Wi-Fi Compatible? Angie Cerniglia, AMFT, LPC Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis
September 24, 2015 Family Brokenness: God Uses Our Mess Rev. Mark Pluimer Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
September 7, 2015 Navigating an Unequally Yoked Marriage Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
March 23, 2015 Learning to Listen Dr. Janet Irvine Marriage, Communication, Spiritual Intimacy, Conflict & Crisis, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy, Spiritual Nurturing, Mentoring Faith
February 23, 2015 Why should I forgive? Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage, Seniors, Being In-Laws, Boundaries & Conflict
February 12, 2015 Demonstrating God's Love: Caring For Your Spouse Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Being Grandparents, Spirituality, Devotions for Couples, Spiritual Intimacy, Grief & Loss
January 12, 2015 Self-Care in Balancing Career and Family Responsibilities Evie DavyRomano, MS, LMFTA Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Single Parenting, Blended Families, Spiritual Nurturing, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy
October 30, 2014 Finding Spiritual Renewal in the 12 Steps Kathy Konrath, LCPC, LMHC Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
September 4, 2014 Attitude Adjustments from the Beatitudes Kim Sullivan Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Discipline, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict, Spirituality, Devotions for Couples
July 3, 2014 Sexuality: God's Design for a Full Life Charlene Brouwer, MA, LAMFT Singles, Sex & Dating, Marriage, Sex & Marriage, Parenting, Sex & Parenting, Sexuality, Sex & Dating, Sex & Marriage, Sex & Parenting
June 19, 2014 8 Tips for Caring for Your Marriage Doug Van Til, MSW, LCSW Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Newlyweds, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Sex & Marriage, Divorce & Remarriage, Sexuality, Sex & Marriage
June 4, 2014 Can anything good come from divorce? Christopher Hunt Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage
May 8, 2014 Becoming Mrs. Bennett Kim Sullivan Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Parenting, Parenting Adults
April 9, 2014 Forgiving One Another Rev. Leonard Vander Zee Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
April 2, 2014 The Power of Apology Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Communication, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
November 18, 2013 Marriage Questionnaires: Test Taking or Taking Stock? Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Newlyweds, Growing Your Marriage, Communication, Spiritual Intimacy, Conflict & Crisis
September 19, 2013 Leaving a Spiritual Legacy: The Story of Epaphras Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Spiritual Intimacy, Parenting, Spiritual Nurturing, Seniors, Mentoring Faith, Spirituality, Spiritual Intimacy, Mentoring Faith
August 26, 2013 Helping Your marriage navigate the death of a child Rev. Deb Koster Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Spirituality, Grief & Loss
June 24, 2013 Divorce Without Despair Terry Top Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Blended Families
October 11, 2010 What Forgiveness Is Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Blended Families, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
October 4, 2010 What Forgiveness is Not Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Divorce & Remarriage, Parenting, Parenting Kids, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict
August 27, 2009 Two Types of Marriage? Rev. Dr. Steven Koster Singles, Marriage Preparation, Marriage, Growing Your Marriage
December 22, 2006 Fighting Fair Rev. Deb Koster Singles, Challenges & Conflict, Marriage, Conflict & Crisis, Seniors, Boundaries & Conflict

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