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2021-03-02T15:13:05-05:00

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5 excuses unhappy couples make (do you ever say say these?)

Last updated on: March 2, 2021 at 3:13 pm By Dave Willis

If you catch yourself saying these things, stop! Read more

Marriage

2015-01-12T10:11:57-05:00

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5 simple ways to be a great wife

Last updated on: January 12, 2015 at 10:11 am By Dave Willis

This is a follow-up to my popular post on 5 simple ways to be a Great Husband. As a disclaimer, I’m a GUY writing this, but I’m doing my best to base it on the example of my amazing wife, Ashley, and some timeless truths from the Bible. I believe every married woman wants to be the best wife she can be, but it’s hard to have a clear picture of what that really means or looks like. The media seems to... Read more

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Marriage

2018-11-13T11:48:38-05:00

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7 Common Marriage-Wrecking Habits

Last updated on: November 13, 2018 at 11:48 am By Dave Willis

Like most guys, I have my share of disgusting habits. My sweet wife, Ashley, didn’t discover most of them until after we were married, and she’s been patiently working to convert me from my “caveman” ways ever since. I still rip off my toenails instead of using clippers and I often scratch my feet in public because I forget to use my athlete’s foot ointment, but overall, I feel like I’m making good progress! Those kind of unpleasant habits may... Read more

Marriage

2017-11-08T10:48:53-05:00

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7 habits that could be wrecking your marriage

Last updated on: November 8, 2017 at 10:48 am By Dave Willis

Break these habits! Read more

Marriage

2014-05-16T10:32:33-05:00

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4 ways to wreck your life.

Last updated on: May 16, 2014 at 10:32 am By Dave Willis

As a pastor and writer, I’ve interacted with many people who feel like they’ve wrecked their lives. I’ve seen a lot of common trends that tend to lead masses of people down a path to ruin, and there’s some good news. First off, these “life wreckers” are 100% preventable and within your power to avoid (or to stop doing if you’ve started). Second, I believe in the life-changing power of God’s grace, so no matter how messed up your life... Read more

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2023-03-02T10:56:16-05:00

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5 secrets wives don’t tell their husbands

Last updated on: March 2, 2023 at 10:56 am By Dave Willis

I recently wrote a post called 4 things husbands don’t tell their wives which stirred up a lot conversation and debate. As a follow up, many have asked for a list of the “secrets” wives don’t tell their husbands. Since I’m a guy, I’m obviously not an expert on this, so I asked my wife, Ashley, to share her insights. Below are the results of my conversation with Ashley as well as research from the thousands of interactions we’ve had with wives online.... Read more

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how to improve communication

2015-05-20T12:25:32-05:00

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The secret to lifelong love

Last updated on: May 20, 2015 at 12:25 pm By Dave Willis

Harold and Louise are an extraordinary couple. My wife, Ashley, and I had the privilege of meeting them at a recent marriage conference we were hosting, and we were instantly drawn to them. There was a sparkle in their eyes and an adoration they obviously had for one another. They couldn’t help themselves from smiling every time their eyes met. Even though they were both in their seventies, they acted like two teenagers in love. I spent as much time... Read more

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2014-04-30T15:53:06-05:00

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4 ways to get your marriage out of a rut.

Last updated on: April 30, 2014 at 3:53 pm By Dave Willis

I was talking to a friend recently and he was giving me all the updates about his career, his kids and his marriage that he doesn’t share on his facebook and twitter feeds. His social media persona seemed to paint the picture of a perfect life, but behind those picture perfect smiles and online “highlight reels,” his reality was something completely different. He loved his wife and she loved him, and there hadn’t been any major crisis or anything, but their... Read more

2017-11-08T10:49:05-05:00

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4 ways to get your marriage out of a rut

Last updated on: November 8, 2017 at 10:49 am By Dave Willis

Don't focus on ROMANCE.... instead do this. Read more

2015-01-12T10:24:57-05:00

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4 ways to improve communication in your marriage.

Last updated on: January 12, 2015 at 10:24 am By Dave Willis

There are few things in life more frustrating than miscommunication. With all of our our smart phones, apps and other gadgets, there have never been more tools to help us communicate, and yet, communication seems more difficult than ever! Of all relationships, miscommunication can be most damaging within marriages. When a husband and wife don’t consistently communicate with openness, honesty and clarity, the marriage can quickly fall into a rut. Healthy communication does for a marriage what breathing does for lungs,... Read more

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