Creating a Healthy Family

Scripture says, "without a vision, the people perish". Nowhere is that more true than in family life. It's essential that a couple have a clear Biblical picture of what a healthy family looks like.

Relationships Cost Something

Loving your spouse is costly. Loving and serving your spouse should take priority over fulfilling your own desires.

An Attitude of Service

The key to a healthy family is an attitude of service. Remember, Jesus said, "I didn't come to be served but to serve". If a husband and wife begin serving each other, it won't take long for the children to get the idea that life is about serving others.

How Much to Tithe

Some married couples can't agree on how much to tithe. They should begin by studying what the Bible teaches about tithing, agree to meet in the middle, then begin working toward God's ideal of tithing.

Not feeling "In Love" Any More

It's not unusual for married couples to lose that "in love" feeling over time. It's not a matter of you being "in love" but rather choosing to love. Scripture commands husbands and wives to love each other. Love may not come naturally, but it's something that can be learned.

How to be a Loving Leader

In his book The Family You've Always Wanted, Dr. Gary Chapman provides practical help on how to be a loving leader in the home. Following the example of Jesus, Christian leadership focuses on meeting the needs of the wife and children.

Arm-Length Christianity

If spouses would commit to reading Scripture and praying together, the church would become the Church, not just on Sunday.

Teaching Children Obedience

Teaching your children obedience doesn't have to be difficult. Begin by stating the rule clearly, then state clearly what the consequences will be if the rule is disobeyed. If consequences are to be administered, do it kindly but firmly.

Too Busy

How can you stay connected with your spouse when your life is too busy? Step one is making sure you're speaking your spouse's love language. Then, give your marital relationship priority over anything else.

Getting Over a Divorce

There are very few hurts that are deeper than the hurt of a divorce. There are many very helpful resources for divorce recovery.