It’s been almost a full year since our “new marriage” started. As I reflect on the lessons God has taught us and the progress we’re making, I am exceedingly grateful. Our marriage isn’t perfect, but it is blessed; it is sweet. We still can frustrate each other and we still fail, but we’ve made the choice... Continue Reading →
My Person
I always joke to my husband that he’s “my person.” The first time I told him that, I thought it sounded sweet, but he just looked at me and was like, “What? That sounds weird.” *Roll Eyes Emoji Here* But I kept saying it anyway because that’s what best describes how I feel about Brian.... Continue Reading →
Committed to Christ
I can’t write about Biblical marriage without reading one of the main passages on what the husband and wife relationship is supposed to look like. This passage starts in Ephesians 5, where Paul commands believers to imitate God, to walk in love, and to be free of sexual immorality and sin. We are to walk... Continue Reading →
A Little Structure
One practical thing Brian and I have implemented into our day to day life is an easy schedule. We found it best to leave it roomy and not detailed, but to just have a general idea of what we want to do as a family each night of the week. For example: Monday is book... Continue Reading →
Five Components of a Biblical Marriage
As Brian and I began working on our marriage, we literally started over with everything: We re-evaluated household chores, discussed our frustrations, and revisited sexual expectations. We talked openly about our hurt feelings, and were willing to listen to where the other person felt we had gone wrong. We implemented a simple, but structured routine,... Continue Reading →
Striving for a Godly Marriage, Part One
I should’ve known that Brian and I would have frustrations in our marriage. Even though there were red flags along the way, there was just no one else I could’ve loved like him. He was, and still is, my best friend. However, that’s wasn’t enough to make a Biblical marriage. I knew our issues weren’t... Continue Reading →