Marriage and Family

Family is the structure of civilization, and healthy family relationships give us security, stability, and happiness. Many of us do not have this experience in our pasts, but it is never too late to build up your family moving forward. Ask for God's blessing in your family and use these resources to work toward a peaceful, happy family.

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God's Instruction Manual for Marriage

Marriage is one of God's most wonderful gifts to mankind. It is a treasure worth working on, cherishing and sustaining. His instructions are as valid today as ever.

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Turning the Hearts...It's Back to School

Summer break has rapidly drawn to a close and "back to school" sales abound. Notebooks, backpacks, lunch containers and school clothes top the list in the effort to prepare school children for their return to classes this fall.

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The Economic Meltdown's Ugly Fruits - and the Bible's Practical Solutions

A recent murder-suicide within view of my own house inspired reflections on some biblical solutions that could solve many of our national problems.

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Finances and Marriage

Over the years, many marriage counselors and couples have cited finances as a major cause of divorce.

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Does Marriage Really Matter?

Traditional marriages—those between one man and one woman—are facing increasing pressures from many directions. Does marriage really matter? Just how important is it? What does the Bible say?

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How Can You Manage Marriage Stress in Troubling Times?

When half of all marriages break up in some countries, it's obvious that many couples are in trouble. Sadly, the stress seems to be only increasing from many directions. What are the pressures many husbands and wives face today, and...

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Help in the Tough Times

God is certainly faithful to us in times of adversity. Will we show that same faithfulness to those who depend on us?

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Marriage and Family: The Spiritual Significance

To understand the spiritual significance of marriage and family, we must turn to God, our Creator, to learn what He had in mind in making the human race.

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Marriage and Family: The Missing Dimension: Introduction

"Didn't the LORD make you one with your wife? In body and spirit you are his. And what does he want? Godly children from your union" (Malachi 2:15, New Living Translation).

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Honoring Your Parents: Why and How?

No doubt you have heard of the commandment to "honor your father and your mother." But what does that really mean on a day-to-day basis? Why is it so important? How can we honor our parents in the world today?

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Texting Leading to Health Problems?

The texting craze is leading parents and medical professionals to worry about dangers for children and teenagers.

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Michigan Paper Campaigns Against High Divorce Rate

As the state of New York joins the other 49 states in allowing no-fault divorce, a surprising bill before the Michigan legislature aims to make divorce for couples with young children more difficult.

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Family Love Forever

Loving families are harder to find in the world as we approach the time foretold by Jesus Christ that would lead up to His second coming.

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Michigan Paper Campaigns Against High Divorce Rate

As the state of New York joins the other 49 states in allowing no-fault divorce, a surprising bill before the Michigan legislature aims to make divorce for couples with young children more difficult.

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Cuddle Up With Your Child and Read a Great Book!

Read, read, read! As parents, we want our children to develop the skill of reading, which includes decoding skills, comprehension skills and fluency.

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Turning the Hearts...The Empty Nest

As my wife and I sat for brunch on Mother's Day several years ago, tears welled up in her eyes.

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How to Teach Your Children Good Money Management Skills

The Bible has a lot to say regarding how we should be using our money and parents should be passing these financial principles onto their children.

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Your Word I Have Hidden in My Heart

Have you considered the many benefits—for all ages—of memorizing parts of the Bible?

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Mother to Grandmother

During our lifetime, we have many opportunities to experience wondrous events, such as the birth of children and grandchildren. The love we feel for them seems at times to be overwhelming. Is this what God experiences when a new child...

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The Big Deal About Dating

Some don't think it matters whom one dates. What about you?

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