Marriage • Life Challenges What to do when your spouse loses their job We were both blindsided by his boss’ announcement that he was being let go! There are a number of observations I woul... Article
Marriage • Unemployment Protecting your marriage during a crisis Even though conflicts are more likely during a crisis, your relationship doesn’t have to suffer. When you resolve con... Article
Marriage • Unemployment Q&A: Facing job loss as a couple My husband lost his job three months ago and hasn’t had much success finding a new job. He is bored, depressed and ha... Article
Marriage • Unemployment Navigating a midlife career change If a new role is something you feel God is calling you to, it’s possible that exciting and fulfilling opportunities a... Article
Marriage • Unemployment Supporting your spouse through an involuntary career change Whether you or your spouse are facing a job loss, a lay-off or an economic downturn, an involuntary career change imp... Article
Marriage • Addiction Three ways to know if marriage counselling is for you Every marriage experiences ups and downs, but how do you know when the "downs" require counselling? Here are three sc... Article
Marriage • Physical abuse When COVID-19 isolation increases the risk of marital abuse Focus on the Family Canada wants you to know that if you are dealing with this in your own home, or you know someone ... Article
Marriage • Married first 5 years What we wish we knew as newlyweds From communicating to prayer, personality differences to finances, we hope the following advice will give you and you... Article
Marriage • Conflict How to rekindle "like" for your spouse What can you do to rekindle that sense of connection when you feel it’s missing? Consider the following questions. Article
Marriage • Parenting Q&A: When visits with a step-parent disrupt kids' behaviour Consider why your children might be acting out when they return. What do you think is the meaning behind the behaviour? Article
Marriage • Boundaries The benefits of losing control in your marriage When husbands or wives attempt to control their spouse, they are placing themselves in the position of God, squelchin... Article
Marriage • Remarriage Navigating midlife remarriage Remarrying was a huge step, especially after past failures and hurts. But we knew God had blessed us with a wonderful... Article
Marriage • Remarriage How to adjust to a new step-parent, no matter your age If you are in midlife and have a parent that recently remarried, here are a few truths that may help as you adjust. Article
Marriage • Remarriage When the past is present in your remarriage Your spouse may act nothing like your ex, but you might be unfairly reacting based on fears and emotions that are roo... Article
Marriage • Communication 9 questions to ask your spouse to strengthen your marriage As your relationship matures, the questions should become more intentional, and your skills at asking them need to be... Article
Marriage • Conflict A better way to resolve conflict Resolving conflict in a positive manner isn’t as easy as simply deciding to speak gently and humbly. So we created a ... Article
Marriage • Remarriage Common misconceptions about marrying again Remarriage expectations are numerous, but here are a number of myths we hear most often before couples marry again. Article
Marriage • Remarriage How we built a successful second marriage Seeking premarital guidance from a Christian counselling ministry was the logical choice to proactively protect our m... Article
Marriage • Remarriage Dealing with the past when you're remarried Gil and Brenda Stuart brought memories, habits and history into their new marriage. They learned the importance of ac... Article
Marriage • In-laws 7 strategies for relating to in-laws and building a strong marriage Together, you can face in-law issues and use healthy methods that will foster peace and togetherness in your marriage. Article