Is Your Marriage Difficult or Destructive?

Several months ago, I wrote about the biblical story of Abigail and Nabal. You can read it here. This story has always been an intriguing one to me. I’m not sure why it has always captivated me. Maybe it is because Nabal was so cruel. Maybe it was because Abigail was such an amazing example. […]

Would I Do It Again? Part 2

Last week, I contemplated the question, “Would I do it again?” meaning would I walk through a divorce if I could go back and live my life over again. Saturday would have been my 28th wedding anniversary if I had remained married to my ex-husband and if he were still alive. I found myself contemplating […]

Is Your Marriage Abusive?

Abigail and Nabal represent the classic narcissistic, abusive husband and a godly, empathic wife. It’s a story that plays out over and over in society today, in churches around the world.

An Affair-Proof Marriage

Truthfully, you can set all the boundaries you want. You can create all the rules you want. But there’s only one thing that can truly affair-proof your marriage

Pastors and Moral Failures: A Follow Up

The Church seems to look at the outward charismatic nature, the incredible gift of speaking—and overlook the moral character of some men.

Moral Failures and the Pastor

Many churches seem to welcome charismatic leaders who have moral faults.

Common Themes in Divorce

Most Christians divorce only after major problems caused by one spouse’s abusive, addictive, adulterous behavior. I hear the stories every day, and these threads seem to run through most every story.

Why I Am Thankful for my Husband’s Affair

I used to believe my husband’s affair was the worst thing that ever happened to me. Today, I am eternally grateful for it.

Toxic Men Vs Toxic Women

Most people believe men are capable of far greater abuse in relationships. I’m not so sure…

Why Roy? What to Look for in a Partner

Some of our high school friends have questioned why I chose Roy. Here’s my answer….