Category Archives: Marriage

NO Shades of Grey

The novel “Fifty Shades of Grey” topped the best-seller list.  Now, the movie by the same name, is set for release on Feb. 13, just in time for Valentines Day.  Even “upstanding” couples are taking interest in this movie as they’ve … Continue reading

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Time for a Divorce?

“Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.” (Mark 12:17  ESV)   That’s what Jesus said.  It helps clarify our relationships with the civil government and with the church.  It also helps clarify the … Continue reading

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Temporary Poison

On Nov. 17, at a gathering of international religious leaders, Pope Francis had this to say, “In our day, marriage and the family are in crisis. We now live in a culture of the temporary, in which more and more people … Continue reading

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Marriage Remains

No matter what judges may say or fail to say, God’s institution of marriage remains the same.  The Supreme Court is choosing to sidestep the matter, this week refusing to step in and protect state marriage amendments.  Other lower court judges … Continue reading

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Vacation or Vaccination?

Next week I’m heading on a vacation.  However,  when I’ve told some people where I’m going, they say it sounds about as much fun as having a vaccination.  You see, I’ll be spending a week in northern Michigan sharing a … Continue reading

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RETREAT!

RETREAT!  In battle, that cry often signals there’s trouble and you’re on the losing side.  However, in a marriage, the cry of “RETREAT!” can be an important reminder of something very good for the couple.  Time away as ONLY husband … Continue reading

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ACCURATE Divorce Statistics

My blog last week was so intriguing to many that I thought it was worth one more week of attention.  The accurate statistics on the longevity and satisfaction in marriage are so encouraging that I decided to put them here … Continue reading

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Misleading Divorce Statistics … There IS Hope for Marriage!

You may have heard it said that 50% of all marriages will end in divorce.  Many reputable studies and reports in recent years have shown that THIS JUST ISN’T TRUE!  The actual divorce rate is much lower.   The following … Continue reading

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Panama Mission Trip

From March 26th through April 1st, our family had the privilege to take the principles of “Life in God’s Way” to the people of Panama, Central America.  We lived and worked with Edilberto Mendez, the Director of the Lutheran Hour … Continue reading

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Panama Mission

Next Wednesday, March 26th, my family and I will be traveling to Panama City, Panama for a week-long mission trip.  We’ll be working and staying with the director of Lutheran Hour Ministries in Panama, Mr. Edilberto Mendez Mora.  Our primary … Continue reading

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