Monthly Archives: August 2012
Communication Styles and the Family
We talked in the last posting about the two communication styles that are basically a result of our DNA. One is the inferential; the other the literal. Let’s look at an example: My wife is inferential in her style. … Continue reading
Ephesians
9 God has now revealed to us his mysterious plan regarding Christ, a plan to fulfill his own good pleasure. 10 And this is the plan: At the right time he will bring everything together under the authority of Christ—everything in heaven and … Continue reading
“We Don’t Communicate,” So They Typically Say
I think the #1 problem presented to me by a couple coming for marriage counseling is the complaint that they just don’t know how to communicate. That’s an interesting comment, especially in light of what I remember one of my … Continue reading
Ephesians
1 This letter is from Paul, chosen by the will of God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus. I am writing to God’s holy people in Ephesus, who are faithful followers of Christ Jesus 2 May God our … Continue reading
The Opposite of a Loveless Marriage
It’s not too hard to describe what is often called a loveless marriage. I remember working with one couple who said that all they did was argue and fight, and they were tired of their loveless marriage. For them, it … Continue reading
Galatians
Galatians 6:11-18: 11 Notice what large letters I use as I write these closing words in my own handwriting. 12 Those who are trying to force you to be circumcised want to look good to others. They don’t want to be persecuted for teaching that the … Continue reading
The Intentional Family
My wife and I recently discovered the TV series “Blue Bloods.” We have enjoyed it so much, we bought the whole first season on ITunes, and have been working our way through those early programs. What do we like about … Continue reading
Galatians
Galatians 6:7-10: 7 Don’t be misled—you cannot mock the justice of God. You will always harvest what you plant. 8 Those who live only to satisfy their own sinful nature will harvest decay and death from that sinful nature. But those who live … Continue reading
The Intentional Marriage
Have you ever wondered what would happen if a couple spent as much time, money, and effort in working on their marriage as they did on their wedding? I remember first asking myself that question when a young couple … Continue reading
Galatians
Galatians 6:1-6: 6 Dear brothers and sisters, if another believer is overcome by some sin, you who are godly should gently and humbly help that person back onto the right path. And be careful not to fall into the same temptation yourself.2 Share each … Continue reading