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Family, Parenting and Religion

2022-11-01T16:50:44-04:00

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Should a Husband and Wife Have SEPARATE Bank Accounts?

Last updated on: November 1, 2022 at 4:50 pm By Ashley Willis

Money is one the biggest issues that couples deal with in marriage. And, one major decision that spouses often ponder is whether or not they should keep separate bank accounts or share/manage their funds in one account together. Below are some important things to consider when making this decision. This first one will remind you of what marriage is all about… (more…) Read more

2017-11-08T12:31:51-04:00

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When Life Feels Hopeless, Remember these 5 Simple, Yet LIFE-CHANGING Words

Last updated on: November 8, 2017 at 12:31 pm By Ashley Willis

Life can throw us some curve balls, but God never promised us an easy life. In John 16:33, Jesus clearly tells us "In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." We all know... Read more

2017-11-10T13:45:45-04:00

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The Lonely Marriage: How to Identify It and Combat It

Last updated on: November 10, 2017 at 1:45 pm By Ashley Willis

We live in a society that applauds independence and the notion of achieving success all by ourselves. We are often groomed to do whatever it takes to protect ourselves because "no one else will". Being independent and self-sufficient is certainly... Read more

2017-11-08T12:32:07-04:00

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When TRUST Has Been Broken in Your Marriage

Last updated on: November 8, 2017 at 12:32 pm By Ashley Willis

Trust is essential to a strong marriage, so as spouses, we must do everything we can to build and protect the trust between one another. But, what should a spouse do when trust has been broken? I was talking to... Read more

2017-11-08T12:32:33-04:00

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Why Your Spouse Can’t (and Shouldn’t) Fulfill Your Every Need

Last updated on: November 8, 2017 at 12:32 pm By Ashley Willis

When we marry, we often believe the myth that our spouse is somehow going to fulfill our every need, and we are somehow going to fulfill his/hers, too. But, over time, we find out that this kind of pressure only... Read more

2017-11-08T12:32:39-04:00

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5 Otherwise “Good” Things that can Ruin Your Marriage (if You’re not Careful)

Last updated on: November 8, 2017 at 12:32 pm By Ashley Willis

There are many "good" things out there, but sometimes, we try to cram too many of them into our family life. It's a tricky balancing act that takes great consideration. If we allow these good things to take priority over... Read more

2017-11-08T12:32:53-04:00

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7 Bible Verses and Prayers for the Anxious Mind and Heart

Last updated on: November 8, 2017 at 12:32 pm By Ashley Willis

Sweet friend, if you are struggling with anxiety and depression right now, I want you to know that you are not alone. You WILL get through this with God's help. And, these 7 verses and prayers (an excerpt from my... Read more

2022-11-01T16:58:16-04:00

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6 Simple Ways to Grow Closer than Ever to Your Spouse

Last updated on: November 1, 2022 at 4:58 pm By Ashley Willis

Remember when you first met your spouse? You couldn't wait to spend every day getting to know him/her more, and you probably never considered that the realities of life might cause us seasons of disconnection or even frustration with each... Read more

2022-11-01T16:57:49-04:00

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6 Telltale Signs that You Might be Experiencing ANXIETY (and How to Get Help)

Last updated on: November 1, 2022 at 4:57 pm By Ashley Willis

Anxiety affects millions of people, however, it can be hard to diagnose. In the early months of my own struggle with anxiety, I brushed off my symptoms as just strong responses to worry, stress, and busyness, but deep in my... Read more

2017-11-08T12:33:35-04:00

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When You Feel Stuck in a “Sand Paper Season”

Last updated on: November 8, 2017 at 12:33 pm By Ashley Willis

The realities of life, like sand paper can hurt us sometimes. We use sand paper (of various "grits") to gradually smooth over a rough surface or to remove something that is deeper than the outer surface. God uses “sand paper... Read more

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