You’ve probably heard the saying: “Happy wife, happy life.” You may have even heard it sung: “What a girl wants, what a girl needs…whatever makes her happy.” Merlin even tried to teach King Arthur that “the way to handle a woman is to love her.” But what makes a woman happy? What expresses love? Let...

Honor

December 16, 2019

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Is It Hysterical or Historical? Probably Both!

by John Salmon

Have you ever had an experience like this? Your spouse reacts strongly to something that seems insignificant to you. You feel like you made a simple mistake, but your spouse seems to think you were intentionally expressing hate toward them. You didn’t pick up a dirty sock, but your spouse seems to think you don’t...

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January 14, 2019

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Book Review: The Path of Intimacy

by John Salmon

If you’re looking for a guidance along the path to greater intimacy in your marriage, Scott Means of Heaven Made Marriage has written you a gift. In his book, The Path of Intimacy, Scott guides the reader away from the path of separation and onto the path of intimacy with wisdom and foresight. Isn’t that...

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Book Reviews

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May 2, 2017

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Old School Romance: The Spectacular Date Night

by John Salmon

Date can boost intimacy and fun in a marriage…or it can lead to a cul-de-sac of frustration and loneliness. Consider these statements, four of the many I’ve heard over the years, describing date nights gone awry. “We were having a great date until he got drunk and ruined it all.” “She just can’t go one...

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April 8, 2017

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Simple, Every Day Marriage Boosters

by John Salmon

Marital intimacy is built upon simple everyday activities. Here are a few of those simple every day activities you can use to strengthen your marriage. Hold hands every day. Hold hands while you take a walk. Hold hands while you watch TV. Hold hands while you sit together. Hold hands every chance you get. Give...

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February 1, 2016

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Marriage: A Glimpse of Heaven

by John Salmon

An intentional Christian marriage gives us a glimpse of heaven on earth. We see a reflection of God’s Kingdom when each spouse serves, sacrifices, and loves the other. Each spouse reveals the character of their King by treating their spouse with honor, sharing grace in times of need, and actively pursuing a peace that “passes all understanding.” Spouses in a godly marriage...

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November 2, 2015

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Don’t “Phub-up” Your Marriage

by John Salmon

A study out of Baylor University suggests that married couples can damage their marriage and romance by “phubbing” their partner. Specifically, a survey of 145 people found that “phubbing” your partner creates conflict and leads to lower marital satisfaction. So, quit “phubbing” your spouse! If you’re like me, you have no idea whether you phub...

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September 5, 2015

My Spouse an Angel? 4 Ways to Make it True

by John Salmon

One of my Facebook friends posted this pic. I love the proverb written on it: “If a man expects a woman to be an angel in his life, he must first create heaven for her…angels don’t live in hell.” I don’t know about you, but I want to live with an angel. So, I have...

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August 22, 2015

Last Weekend “Was Very Good”

by John Salmon

My family and I attended a beautiful wedding at Camp Christian last weekend. The wedding ceremony took place in the chapel. Then, everyone walked a short distance to the Millhouse for the reception. It was a beautiful day. The bride and groom, along with their families, have participated in numerous programs at Camp Christian over...

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August 15, 2015

The Key to Love…or Disdain

by John Salmon

“A man falls in love through his eyes, a woman through her ears.”–Woodrow Wyatt If Woodrow Wyatt is right, men and women have different keys when it comes to love. A key to a man’s love begins with his eyes. If this is true, you can use this key to increase intimacy with your husband....

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Family by God's Design

Family by God's Design

Family by God's Design

What a Wife Wants

Is It Hysterical or Historical? Probably Both!

Book Review: The Path of Intimacy

Old School Romance: The Spectacular Date Night

Simple, Every Day Marriage Boosters

Marriage: A Glimpse of Heaven

Don’t “Phub-up” Your Marriage

My Spouse an Angel? 4 Ways to Make it True

Last Weekend “Was Very Good”

The Key to Love…or Disdain