Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral. -Hebrews 13:4, NIV “Yes, it happened. She cheated on you. And that’s right: you didn’t deserve it. It’s not your fault. Not at all.” You really want to help a faithful spouse? … Continue reading “Comforting words for faithful spouses”
Category: Encouragement
Fun song!
Sometimes, we just need to blow off steam. Here’s an honest take on that by Tyler Childers “Bitin’ List:”
Rescue Animals
What is the price of two sparrows—one copper coin? But not a single sparrow can fall to the ground without your Father knowing it. -Matthew 10:29, NLT God cares for all of His creation. We are far more capable than the birds of the air. Yet God figures out how to care for them as … Continue reading “Rescue Animals”
Much loved pets
I am a sucker for getting pets. We got another parrot shortly after our wedding anniversary. That brings our “flock” to three.* The latest is a talkative Jardine parrot. He is very beautiful and funny when he talks. An example is when he says, “Ooops” if his claws slip while walking on the newspaper. And … Continue reading “Much loved pets”
Roots into Christ’s love
And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, 18 may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, 19 and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. -Ephesians 3:17b-19, NIV Do … Continue reading “Roots into Christ’s love”
His Joy
…fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. -Hebrews 12:2, NIV (emphasis mine) As I reflect on the Scriptures about Jesus’ death, I am struck by this … Continue reading “His Joy”
Don’t focus on the doodoo
Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. -I Thessalonians 5:18, NLT My wife and I have adopted two rescue parrots.* They are both Green Cheek Conures. I did not grow up with birds. Mrs. DM did. In fact, she told me parrots are her preferred … Continue reading “Don’t focus on the doodoo”
Resurrection Sunday Lessons
“He isn’t here! He is risen from the dead, just as he said would happen. Come, see where his body was lying.” -Matthew 28:6, NLT Too often, the story of Easter is misapplied to infidelity situations as to mean God will resurrect your marriage. I think I lived in that world of false hope personally. … Continue reading “Resurrection Sunday Lessons”
You do NOT have to take the lecture!
You do not have to take the lecture from the morally bankrupt Cheater. Walk away. Hang up the phone. End the session. A responsible pastor would do this for you in a session. Minimally, the pastor would correct the Cheater. However, you do not have to be passive in these situations. You have agency! If … Continue reading “You do NOT have to take the lecture!”
Twelve Years! Double My First Marriage.
Twelve Years Strong! When I went through my divorce from my cheater, I had no idea about my future. Everything looked dark and very bleak. That included employment as well as family dreams. So much changed on this day twelve years ago! It remains the happiest day of my life. To the fear purveyors around … Continue reading “Twelve Years! Double My First Marriage.”