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Marriage in the Real World

Whether you’ve been married five years or fifty, you know life with your spouse is filled with its share of magic (when your relationship’s firing on all cylinders) and laugh-outloud moments — as well as those moments of outright miscommunication and downright conflict. Perhaps your needs for intimacy no longer match those of your partner, and you’re battling frustration or discouragement. Perhaps your relationship suddenly seems one-sided, or has become sidetracked by something as seemingly innocuous as fascination with social media or by pressing parenting problems, job changes, or even health concerns. Then there’s that little thing called “romance.”  Yes, romance is the icing on your marriage cake, but let’s face it, life often isn’t very romantic. The act of continually knitting together the busy lives of two imperfect people into a healthy Christian marriage can be a daunting task requiring loads of hard work, creativity, and reliance on God.

Anyone who’s been married for any length of time can relate to the challenges that crop up whenever you seek to build a more positive, joyful, and God-honoring union. That’s married life in the real world. The following articles will help you celebrate the unique life you share with your spouse in all its wonder — for it can be wonderful! — as well as guide you in your desire to up your love, better serve each other, and bridge the gap between differing needs – physical and emotional – and communication styles, so your marriage can stand the test of time.

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Truth or Lie: I Must Sacrifice Who I Am for the Sake of My Marriage

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  • Robert Paul and Dr. Greg Smalley
Many Christians believe that changing aspects of who we are is a central component of transforming into a more sacrificial Christlike person. They feel a need or pressure to sacrifice…
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3 Mid-Marriage Essentials

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  • Dorothy Greco
Even though the years between forty and sixty-five do not represent the true middle of our lives—few of us will live to one hundred or beyond — midlife is a…
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Can Your Marriage Save the World?

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  • Olan Stubbs
One of the most unusual verses in the Bible about marriage might be 1 Corinthians 7:29 (NLT). But let me say this, dear brothers and sisters: The time that remains…
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The Connected Parent

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  • Lisa Qualls
My husband, Russ, and I are coming up on our 36th anniversary, which makes me feel like I really know what I’m doing marriage-wise. In 2006, with seven children ranging…
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Is Your Spouse Really Sorry? 8 Helpful Ideas

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  • Sheri Mueller
The reality of marriage is there are moments when we will hurt each other — intentionally or unintentionally. A quick “I’m sorry, I was wrong”, or “What can I do…
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When Blended Family Relationships Compete and Conflict

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  • Gary Chapman and Ron Deal
Blended family relationships naturally create loyalty conflicts—or maybe we could call them love conflicts. “Am I still loved? Who do you love more—your spouse/kids or me? Your old life or…
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5 Things Your Wife Wants to Hear You Say

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  • Matt Jacobson
Words (kind or unkind) have a tremendous impact on the emotional temperature of our marriages.  Your wife wants to know what you think, but she especially wants to know what…
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We All Need a Little Help: Why Marital Counseling Is a Great Idea

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  • Dorothy Greco
Every marriage needs a little help from time to time. Maybe it’s when the kids are little and you lose touch with each other. Maybe it’s when a health crisis…
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20 Ways to Show Love to Your Wife Or Husband

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  • Matt and Lisa Jacobson
Many of us are familiar with the 5 Love Languages, what we might not know, though, are specific ways to show love. This list will help get your creative juices…
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10 Creative Ways to Spend Quality Time With Your Spouse

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  • Randy Southern
Life together can get busy, stressful, and sometimes just routine. It is not what we intended, or wanted, it just happens. If we drift in our relationship, we will likely…
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