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Why Can’t We Just Go To Sleep?
Guys, picture the scene. You have had a long and tiring day. So has your wife. You’ve made dinner while your wife corralled the kids for homework. After eating, getting the munchkins to bed, and cleaning up, the two of you finally have a few precious minutes of peace before bedtime. Maybe that home-improvement show […]
In Case You Missed It—Blogs and Updates
So, if in the busyness of the first half of 2022, you missed a few of our blogs on marriage, relationships, parenting, and kindness, you can catch up here!
Want to Fight Anxiety? Point Out the Positive!
So much is going on in our world that can make us anxious, on edge, angry or annoyed. But there are also so many beautiful things happening as well.
Why Does My Wife Expect Me to Read Her Mind?
When she doesn’t tell you something, it may be because—subconsciously or consciously—she is hoping you will care enough about her to figure it out.
How to Read Your Wife’s Mind
First, most female brains are designed to think things through by talking them through—where your brain is likely the opposite. (Most male brains need to process something internally before the man can talk about it.)
Top Marriage Advice for Newlyweds (and Everyone Else) About Men and Women
You have to truly learn your spouse and be willing to consider that what matters most to them (or most hurts their feelings) might potentially be quite different than what would matter to you.
Top Marriage Advice for Newlyweds (and Everyone Else) About Sex
Although few people go into marriage expecting issues in the sexual department, we need to recognize that sex is one of the top issues that causes arguments in marriage.
What I’m Loving Lately—Summer Edition
I thought it would be a good time to share some things I’m loving lately, especially since I’m in the middle of two big projects.
Cheering Dads in the Daily Things
Most men have a deep, abiding desire to do good things. Learn how to cheer on the dad in your life and make him feel affirmed as a father.
Top Marriage Advice for Newlyweds (and Everyone Else) About Money
If you are engaged or relatively newly married, consider these steps now and talk to your fiancé or spouse about them so you start off right. Doing so will save you a lot of heartache!
Top Marriage Advice for Newlyweds (and Everyone Else) About Communication
Below are four crucial communication habits we’ve identified for any couple who wants to create a highly happy marriage.
An Amazing Milestone in Our Family — And For Our Son
Whether a burden is carried by you, your child, or a close friend or loved one, God can use those circumstances in ways you could never imagine.
Top Marriage Advice for Newlyweds (and Everyone Else) About Making a Happy Marriage
Newlywed? Engaged? Read the research-based habits for a happy marriage!
10 Encouraging Facts About Marriage You Need to Hear and Share
Do you know the real facts about marriage or just the myths? Find out the positive truth about marriage today.
Honoring All the Mothers (Who Are Loving the Kids They’ve Got)
Moms, we can be so attuned to what we might be doing wrong as a mom that we can absolutely miss what we are doing right.
3 Great Ways to Handle Drama
The man behind me at the grocery checkout was on his phone with his daughter—and clearly having a hard time getting a word in edgewise. “No, honey, I—” [pause as his daughter talks]. His voice rose slightly, as he tried to break in. “But I am listening, I just don’t think—” [another pause]. “Honey—” His […]
In Troubled Times, Remember How the Story Ends
Early this year, you may have seen the meme that says, “Before I agree to 2022 I want to read the terms and conditions.” Doesn’t it capture where we are? Unbelievably, since that meme came out, things did indeed get way worse in our world. We find ourselves living in a time of great turbulence […]
3 Ways Fictional Marriages can Sabotage Real Ones—and How to Get it Right
TV shows and books often portray great marriages but not necessarily the truth for how you create great marriages.
A Different Perspective on Teens—and How to Talk to Them
As a mom fully entrenched in the teen parenting season (in the highly sensitive “managing college admissions” phase) and as a social researcher hearing from parents whenever I speak, I’m sensitive to adults’ perceptions of teens and their behavior. Much of the current media messaging and cultural conversation conveys a handwringing, going-to-heck-in-a-hand-basket attitude—a jaded skepticism […]
What I’m Loving Lately: March 2022
I wanted to update you on my excitement about that and some of the other key things I’m enjoying now that I’ve re-entered human society!
Does Marriage Matter? This Study Says Yes
Going “all-in” doesn’t just help a marriage last, it creates an environment where couples can thrive!
Going from “You” and “Me” to “We
Although in the USA, we honor our national independence every July 4, we are exhilarated by individual freedom all year long. Which is great—until it comes to marriage. Suddenly, we’re in a covenant in which two individuals must become one. We are no longer just “you” and “me” but “we.” We may love being married and be fully committed […]
Simple But Powerful Relationship Lessons We Can Learn From Kids
When you’re around the children in your life (maybe one’s in your lap right now while you’re reading this), keep an eye out for some of the sweet behaviors that draw you together—and see how you can put them into practice with your spouse.
Talking To Your Young Adults About the Ukraine Invasion
We need to be fervently praying for wisdom for our leaders and ourselves about how to respond well. We also need wisdom about how to guide our kids and young adults through this.
Why we should be “sober-minded and alert” about the Ukrainian invasion
The U.S. Christian community needs to be aware of just how big of a deal the Russian invasion of Ukraine could be.
We’ve Got 40 Hours
I just had to share Katie’s take on the time a parent and teenager spend together as the teen learns to drive. A guest blog by Katie Kenny Phillips.
How To Inspire More Romance From Your Man
While your man might not seem romantic in the way you would like, he still wants romance! Here’s how to help him make that happen.
Husbands, Here’s How To Do Real-Life Romance
Hey guys, here’s a heads-up: Valentine’s Day is less than a week away. Do the little daily things that say, “I would choose you all over again.”
Keep Holding On . . . God Can Use Our Weaknesses
Let’s anticipate the ways God will use these times to help us grow stronger in endurance, character, and hope.
Let’s Bring Kindness Back! Here’s How To Start
The other day, as I was hunched in front of my laptop, feverishly trying to meet a book deadline, I noticed an Amazon delivery guy out the window. He smiled as he caught my eye, put a package on the front step, and waved goodbye as he hurried back to his vehicle. It was a […]
Male-Bashing Is Really No Joke!
Do you have a faithful, capable, responsible man in your life? A husband, a father, a co-worker? Like me, you probably know quite a few men who embody those qualities! Because they’re all around us—men who care and provide and love their families well. But if you watch TV, movies or follow social media, you […]
We Are All Important to God’s Plan
I’ve always been intrigued by Rube Goldberg machines—watching a complex series of items working together to form a simple task. They’re captivating to watch and you’ll find one of my favorites in an excerpt from my devotional, Find Rest. I hope you feel encouraged that God is using each of us for His purposes! All […]
Want A New Year’s Resolution That Will Actually Make a Real Difference?
There’s something helpful about New Year’s and the chance to evaluate what has worked well in the past. I have a feeling 2022 could use a lot more of THIS.
The Top Ten Blog Posts From 2021
What a year, right? We thought 2020 was crazy, but for me and our family and this ministry, 2021 was even more over-the-top. Breast cancer. Surgery and radiation. Guest blogs by many author friends while I was recovering. Supply chain disruptions that caused books to be stuck in containers and on rails instead of in […]
Wishing You Christmas Joy, All Year Round
For a few precious weeks in December, real life holds its breath and a sense of heavenly glory invades the world.
Announcing Let’s Find Joy
I have some exciting news to share and it’s just in time for Christmas! But first I’ll give you three clues: It’s a book based on one of my devotionals (Hint: my most recent one!) It involves a couple of kids and their cute sidekicks (who happen to be a puffin and a monkey!) I […]
He’s Retiring! What Happens Now?
If you are in a phase of life where retirement could be beckoning, you have probably have lots of questions about how your relationship might change.
Mixing Fear with Money and Marriage
Although insecurities lie deep within us, there are simple ways of addressing them.
Giving Thanks For The Things That Matter
Between today’s busy-ness and the season of seemingly nonstop holiday activities that’s about to begin, we’re given a chance to sit back, reflect and savor the good.
This One Secret Is A Game-Changer For Any Relationship
Understanding our spouse doesn’t necessarily mean seeing things their way
Men Making a Difference
How could the mere presence of just five or ten adults at a time so dramatically turn chaos into peace in a school with more than 1,500 students?
How to Not Freak Out When Talking to Your Teenager
Being able to talk well is usually dependent on our kids not thinking that we are going to freak out.
Shaunti’s Health Update: October 2021
Shauntii Feldhahn shares an update on her breast cancer journey.
4 Reasons Why Men are Drawn to Watching Sports
Why does your husband park himself in front of the TV and check out, leaving you to deal with the parenting and household tasks?
The Surprising Trick to Creating a Positive Cycle with Your Spouse
Some surprising research has found that positive emotional responses toward our spouse may have much more impact on relationship satisfaction in the long run.
Little Things Make A Big Difference in Marriage
When you’re working with couples on a regular basis, you probably wish you could do something to give hope to confused or discouraged couples. One of the most effective things you can do is also the most simple.
Does Your Husband Shut Down When You Ask Questions? Here’s Why
If you’ve ever seen your man shut down when you think you’re just asking questions or giving helpful advice, here’s some of what might be going on.
What I’m Loving Lately
Gratitude is essential for handling challenging seasons with grace. And since these last few months have been particularly busy and stressful, I thought: let me take my own advice and “think on” those things that are excellent and lovely and worthy of praise right now (Philippians 4:8) – those things that are bringing me joy. […]
Sports Parents, Here’s What Coaches Want You To Know
The lessons we help our kids learn as they pursue their athletic endeavors can have results that reach far beyond the world of sports.
A Health Update from Shaunti
Hi friends! When they say cancer is a “health journey”, they aren’t kidding! There have been quite a few twists and turns during these last 8 months since I learned of the breast cancer. And since you wonderful people have been asking, I wanted to share a bit about those twists and turns and give […]
