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Finding Freedom from Erotica

How can you break free from the entrapment of erotica? Here are five steps.

Parental Intimacy

Raising kids takes time and energy, but it’s worth the effort to keep your romantic life alive and well.

After the Fairy Tale

More than a cautionary tale, Adam and Eve’s story demonstrates God’s redemptive nature. Apply these same liberating truths as you build a pure marriage.

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God’s Design for Sex

While it might seem old-fashioned or passé to people outside the faith, the Christian view of sexuality is actually a very radical one. God’s design for sex is bigger than we often realize.

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Keeping the Marriage Bed Pure by Resolving Conflict

Resolving conflict healthily honors marriage and keeps the marriage bed pure. Praying with your spouse leads to emotional safety, which encourages sexual intimacy.

Your Best Present is God’s Presence

From God’s perspective, Christmas is the story of a God of love who desires to have a lifelong relationship with you.

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Why is Advent Important?

Advent is a time of hope. When we show our children Advent’s profound truths, they receive a higher hope than anything this world can offer.

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Putting God First

Try these faith activities to help your children grow in their faith.

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Tips to Guide Your Child’s Spiritual Growth

There is misconception that children should find their faith completely on their own.

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4 Ways to Connect Spiritually as Empty Nesters

The term “empty nest” evokes an array of reactions. Some couples wonder about the future of their marriage after the kids move out. But you can grow closer to your spouse and the Lord during this time.

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A Quick Introduction to Spiritual Intimacy

Spiritual intimacy in marriage is more than reading the Bible and agreeing on theological topics. It’s learning how to connect with your spouse through your faith.

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10 Bible Verses Your Grandchildren Will Love

Speaking into our grandchildren’s lives through Scripture is a privilege.

How Do I Respond to My Toddler’s Night Terrors?

Night terrors are genuinely terrifying. Not just for your toddlers, but also for you. Learn how to respond to these situations with a proper understanding of the spiritual and supernatural realms.

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5 Ways to Deepen Your Friendship With God

Building a closer friendship with God takes time and attention

What Is Advent All About?

Advent is a beautiful time to remember God’s promises to send a Messiah and how Jesus Christ fulfilled those prophecies.

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Doing My Best to Spoil My Kids

How I help my children overindulge in God’s goodness is a family mandate

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A Parent’s Book of Prayers: Daily Devotions

I hope these prayers lead you to pray for your child on a number of topics you might not have considered before.

Why Church?

The temptation to replace live church with online settles for a lesser-than version of God’s intention for the local body to gather.

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Wife Unhappy With Spiritual Leadership: A Guide for Mentors

The topics of spiritual leadership and spiritual intimacy are a common source of conflict in marriage. What advice should a mentor offer?

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‘One Another’ Marriage Devotional: Love One Another

Sometimes we forget that Jesus’ command to “love one another” includes our spouse. But remember, God sees how you love your husband or wife.