donpurdumWe have all heard of the Star of Bethlehem. Every year at Christmas, it is a prominent reminder that Christ was born and three wise men (the Magi) showed up…
Read moredonpurdumThere is a lot of practical advice online for why your marriage may be struggling. Yet, I haven’t found an article on a Google search that gets the heart of…
Read moredonpurdumIt’s the Monday of Thanksgiving week. As I do every morning after my prayers, I like to take a stroll across Facebook just to see what’s going on. Inevitably, I’ll…
Read moredonpurdumAs I write this email this morning, it’s snowing here in Lancaster, PA. There’s just something special about a snowfall. There’s a peace about it in the midst of a…
Read moredonpurdumHas your marriage been a challenge for too long? Does it seem that day after day, your hope is slipping away and you’re mentally, physically, and spiritually exhausted? I’m going…
Read moredonpurdumWhen I first believed in Christ in 1987, I had no idea about the “mysteries of God” as discussed by the Apostle Paul. Coming up Southern Baptist and later entrenched…
Read moredonpurdumOver the years, I’ve worked with hundreds of couples and individuals. Interestingly, the more I work with those struggling in their marriage, the more one pattern emerges that indicates the…
Read moredonpurdumFor many people, the holidays are generally a stressful time. Travel, family visits, big dinners, political discussions and debates, present buying, Christmas decor, office parties… You get the point. If…
Read moredonpurdumMarriage isn’t for the faint of heart, but the rewards of following God’s plan for this incredible covenant relationship ought to bring purpose, satisfaction, and fulfillment in your life. Unfortunately,…
Read moredonpurdumI hear people say all the time they aren’t “in love” anymore, yet they acknowledge there is still love for their husband or wife. Hearing this from someone you love…
Read moredonpurdumWhen you were first married, did you feel like you were on top of the world? You could share virtually anything with your spouse. They were the center of your…
Read moredonpurdumEveryone has secrets. For some people, it’s embarrassing to share something personal or intimate or mistakes from the past. Even with a spouse. For others, they are ashamed of something…
Read moredonpurdumHave you ever stopped to question if your beliefs are the barrier preventing you from having the kind of marriage God intended for you? Do you have some deep beliefs…
Read moredonpurdumOkay, now that I’ve got your attention, the real question is, can a lack of sex ruin your marriage? There are days heavens know you have no single libido left,…
Read moredonpurdumI hear it all the time… “The most important thing to me is my kids.” This is one of the most destructive ideas ever known to marriage. Why? Aren’t we…
Read moredonpurdumWhen I met Joe, his marriage was on the rocks. He wasn’t sure if his 13-year marriage would survive any longer. He and his wife, Deanna, fought like cats and…
Read moredonpurdumPain and suffering. It’s a part of life. Ideally, the one place there shouldn’t be any of this is in your marriage. Yet, for millions of Americans, this isn’t the…
Read moredonpurdumEvery couple has disagreements. Every couple fights. We’re often led to believe this isn’t good or healthy for our marriages, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. Conflict can…
Read moredonpurdumIn a healthy marriage, your feelings should never feel like a debate. Yet, in my years of working with couples, I’ve seen far too many spouses treat each other like…
Read moredonpurdumOne of the most misunderstood words in the English language is love. For example, many people love pizza, movies, cars, or traveling. There are a lot of things to “love”…
Read moredonpurdumOne of the most devastating things a spouse can say is they aren’t in love anymore. It can pierce the heart and leave the other spouse wounded and deeply hurt.…
Read moredonpurdum“Opposites attract,” a phrase we’ve all heard, but how does this theory hold up in our relationships, particularly when it comes to our personalities? “Opposite personalities” refers to individuals with…
Read moredonpurdumWe live in a fast-paced world full of demands and expectations, which can quickly take its toll on a marriage. Recently, a wife expressed dismay that her husband was working…
Read moredonpurdumIt’s not uncommon for married couples to express frustration over a lack of intimacy… Especially sexually. What do you do when things aren’t working in the bedroom? Is there such…
Read moredonpurdumOne of the top things many women say is they wish their husbands would be strong spiritual leaders in their homes. Yet, many men don’t know how or where to…
Read moredonpurdumI recently received a message from Sophia. She said she had been married for six years. I want to share with you her experience and ask a simple question… What…
Read moredonpurdumMany marriages were set up to fail before they even got started. Why would I say that? I’ve worked with hundreds of couples who said their relationship started physical. They…
Read moredonpurdumEvery couple fights. Yet, some do it better than others. Believe it or not, fighting is a skill that leads to great marriages when done well. If you want to…
Read moredonpurdumJohn and Jenn are like so many couples. When their church found out their marriage was in tatters, it came as a shock to everyone around them. Many openly expressed…
Read moredonpurdumWe all have worries and fears about something. It’s part of being human. Still, worry and doubt doesn’t have to dominate our lives. It doesn’t have to be the root…
Read moredonpurdumOver the years, I’ve heard many couples say they married the wrong person. For the Christian, is this even possible? This is why our faith and theology are so important.…
Read moredonpurdumWhat is faith? Is it an abstract idea of believing in the unbelievable? Or is it something more than that? What role does “works” play in faith? I happen to…
Read moredonpurdumOver the last fifty years, something devastating happened to masculinity. A convergence of social issues has attempted to eradicate all that was bad about men regardless of the consequences. Compounding…
Read moredonpurdumMany people are hurting as they are more desperate, isolated, and alone than ever before. You may be one of them. Is it any wonder that depression and anxiety are…
Read moredonpurdumRecently, I was asked a very insightful question. Why do we have so many denominations? On the one hand, it’s a simple answer. On the other hand, it’s complicated. Let’s…
Read moredonpurdumSince Jesus’ ascension into heaven, Christians have anxiously awaited His return for His Church. As such, in every century, people have tried to contextualize Revelation to their moment in time. …
Read moredonpurdumI hear people say all of the time that they “deserve to be happy.” As Christians, is that true? Were we promised happiness, even in a marriage? Is happiness the…
Read moredonpurdumSince the beginning of time, people have spoken harshly towards one another. One of the smallest members of our bodies, the tongue, has been responsible for a lot of havoc…
Read moredonpurdumIt’s been a few days since I last wrote or did a podcast. Sometimes, I just needed time to pause, think, and reflect. Last week was interesting, while I didn’t…
Read moredonpurdumYou can listen to episode below or follow the podcast on Spotify, iHeart Radio, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts. Please note… Episodes 1-7 are available here and will be transitioned soon. In…
Read moredonpurdumEach of the four Gospel accounts is unique and written for different audiences. In Mark, Jesus is presented differently than in the other three narratives. In this part of His…
Read moredonpurdumThe Church. Is there a right one? Is there only one that speaks for or represents God? What is the church and what should it look like? Different seminaries and…
Read moredonpurdumValentine’s Day is approaching quickly. It’s the time of year when the word “love” is thrown around like candy, and for good reason. Who doesn’t want to be loved by…
Read moredonpurdumFor centuries, the idea of a “hell” has been used to conjure up images of pain and despair and to motivate people to accept Christ. The Bible contrasts heaven as…
Read moredonpurdumAnywhere you go in the world, if you see a cross you will immediately identify it with a church or Christianity. Orthodox clergy wear one as part of their attire.…
Read moredonpurdumNot long ago, churches of all stripes acknowledged most basic truths and Christian doctrines. Since the beginning of the Church age, there have been false teachings. 1 & 2 Peter…
Read moredonpurdumWe all have times in our lives that are painful. Separations from loved ones, difficult relationships, challenging marriages, divorces, job losses, financial ruin, and even loss of a loved one.…
Read moredonpurdumI grew up in Oklahoma City in the 1970s and 1980s. For those of you who are not familiar with the faith environment of that part of the country, it…
Read moredonpurdumSince the dawn of humanity, the age-old question has plagued us… Is there a God? For centuries the debate has raged and scientists have tried to answer the question, but…
Read moredonpurdumYesterday was the March for Life in Washington, DC. Every year, thousands of people from all over America descend on our nation’s capital to make it known that they want…
Read moredonpurdumThere will always be someone who attempts to invalidate the Bible. When it happens, some Christians seem ready to defend God’s Word, and for good reason. Still, shouldn’t we expect…
Read moredonpurdumPope Francis has done it again. He stirred up an unnecessary hornet’s nest. By now, most of you know that the Pope issued an evil declaration that priests could perform…
Read moredonpurdumHave You Really Counted The Cost Of Following Christ?
Read moredonpurdumMaya Angelou once said, “Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.” For many newly married couples, the experience…
Read moredonpurdumAre you going through a difficult time right now? Have you ever prayed to God and wondered when He will answer you or questioned if He even hears your prayers?…
Read moredonpurdumHave you ever asked, what is religion? Perhaps you decided at one time or another that “religion” wasn’t for you. After all, it’s a kill joy. All it is is…
Read moredonpurdumI have always been a straightforward person. As a young man, I tended to say what was on my mind. It wasn’t always the right thing to do. It got…
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