When the Journey is Hard
Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and all that night the Lord drove the sea back with a strong east wind and turned it into...
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Glen Solberg
Jan 245 min
Is Premarital Couseling REALLY that Important?
So, you have a son or daughter who is currently engaged, will soon be getting engaged, or is thinking about marriage. Or maybe it's your...
Glen Solberg
Oct 6, 20233 min
Are You Truly Loving Your Closest Neighbor?
The men's group I attend has been studying the Parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10. It has been helpful to take this very familiar...
David Stephens
Sep 20, 20233 min
It's the "Little Things"!!
“Good morning, Sweetie! Sorry I missed you this morning. I missed seeing your sweet face. I hope you have a great day. I'm praying for...
Glen Solberg
Aug 22, 20234 min
Snippets: Making Time for Connection
Snippet noun : a small piece snipped off; a small bit, scrap, or fragment: brief extract Synonyms: piece, scrap, fragment, part One of...
Glen Solberg
Aug 5, 20233 min
Are You Thinking of Your Valentine Today?
Yes, I know! Valentine’s Day was back in February - 6 months ago. But once we get past February 14th, does that mean we have “done our...
Glen Solberg
Apr 23, 20232 min
Are You Living in the "Married Roommate Zone"?
We see this happening more and more - a husband and wife living at the same address but very disconnected from one another. They are...
Johanna Zipp
Apr 8, 20234 min
How Can the Words of a Pastor’s Wife Help Your Marriage?
This past October had my mind and heart extra-focused on my husband and the weight of his job. My husband is a pastor, and October is...
Mary Larmoyeux
Mar 1, 20232 min
Ten Habits for a Lifelong Marriage
Years ago, when my parents were celebrating their golden anniversary, I asked them for their marriage advice. What was their secret to a...
Glen Solberg
Jan 6, 20234 min
Outdoing One Another in Marriage
Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in...
Glen and Shawn Solberg
Nov 30, 202215 min
30 on 30: Thirty Reflections on Thirty Years of Marriage
Last Monday, November 28th, my wife, Shawn, and I celebrated 30 years of marriage together!! Hard to believe it has been 30 years since...
Glen Solberg
Oct 25, 20227 min
The Foundation of Having an Abiding Marriage
Many folks ask us, “What does it really mean to have an abiding marriage?” That is a really good question - and one I have been pondering...
Glen Solberg
Oct 10, 20225 min
For My Friend, Gene...and Maybe for You Too!
My friend, Gene, is in a tough place in his marriage. Both he and his bride are working hard to change things, but there are days when...
Jeremy Lively
Sep 20, 20224 min
Marriage Lesson from My Six-Year-Old Daughter
This past summer, my six-year-old came home from a neighborhood swim meet with a sparkle in her big brown eyes, and a huge smile on her...
Glen Solberg
Jul 20, 20227 min
Part 3: The Gospel and Its Power to Transform Marriage
It has been more than 25 years since the Holy Spirit convicted me of my sin and desperate need for redemption. The Spirit then showed me...
Glen Solberg
Jun 25, 20222 min
Are You Thinking of Your Valentine Today?
Yes, I know! Valentine’s Day was many months ago. But now that we are past February 14th, does that mean we have “done our duty” to say...
Glen Solberg
May 16, 20226 min
Part 2: The Gospel and Its Power to Transform Marriage
As a Biblical Counselor, I often see a puzzled look on the face of a husband or wife as I tell them how important the Gospel is to their...
Glen Solberg
Apr 2, 20224 min
Part 1: The Gospel and It’s Power to Transform Marriage
As we all approach Easter, we should take time to dwell on the life, death, and resurrection of our Lord Jesus. That is what the season...
Glen Solberg
Mar 7, 20225 min
Going the "Extra Mile" in Your Marriage
“You have heard that it was said, ‘An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.’ But I say to you, Do not resist the one who is evil. But...
Bill Elliff
Nov 10, 20213 min
The Abiding Marriage by Bill Elliff
This post was written by Pastor Bill Elliff. Bill has a way of taking things that seem hard or complicated, and making them easy to...
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