Leaving & Cleaving Podcast Episodes
Leaving & Cleaving This is the pattern for marriage set early in the Scriptures. This is also the pattern for the gospel set throughout the Scriptures. Christ calls us to leave our previous lives, cleave to Him, and become a new creation. In a divine reflection of the gospel, marriage calls us to leave …
Emotional Intelligence Podcast Episodes
Emotional Intelligence (Part 1 of 2) Emotions play a huge role in governing our behaviors and subsequent wellbeing. It is so important then, that we are able to perceive, understand and regulate them. In this podcast Brian Sutter and Amber Miller help us do just that. Emotional Intelligence (Part 2 of 2) The previous episode …
Restoration Attempts in Marriage
Healthy communication patterns within a marriage relationship are vital. Despite learning effective communication skills and strategies, we all miscommunicate at times. Instances occur where we misspeak, come on too strong, or do not communicate a clear message. At other times, we do not listen well or are not emotionally attune to our spouse. How we …
Questions To Consider When Reflecting On Your Marriage
The questions below are meant to help you discuss and evaluate a number of aspects of your marriage. They can help you assess how you are doing in each area and identify areas where you are strong or need to grow. Open, respectful communication is key to any godly, healthy relationship, especially a marital relationship. …
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Christian Male Friendships
“My brother, and companion in labor, and fellow soldier…” In a moment of intimate reflection, Paul praises his dear friend Epaphroditus. Paul goes on to explain, “… I should have sorrow upon sorrow,” if I lost him. (Phil. 2:25-28) Deep male friendships are uncommon today. The covenant relationship of Jonathan and David seems odd and …
Healthy Communication Principles
Each day we communicate. We communicate verbally and non verbally. Each of us have different ways we let ourselves be heard and known. Yet communication can be the most fundamentally divisive aspect of relationships. Whether parent-child, husband-wife, boss-employee or friend-friend, we all communicate in unique ways. Healthy communication can be vital factor in illustrating the …
Dealing with Doubt Podcast Episodes
Dealing with Doubt (Part 1 of 2):Because doubt seems to be such an affront to faith, it can be ignored in Christian circles. Yet John Reinhard and Brian Sutter see doubt much differently. Doubt and faith walk together. Dealing with Doubt (Part 2 of 2): The greatest born among women, Jesus called him. Yet this man, …
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Healthy Boundaries
For many Believers, saying “no” does not seem Christian. After all Christ said, “Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away.” (Matt 5:42) However, many Christians have misapplied this verse and have found themselves enabling dependence, abusing others’ kindness, taking responsibilities they cannot fulfill, and …
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Dealing with Loneliness Part 1: Biblical Principles
Loneliness is a painful, common human experience that occurs for many reasons. This article was written to help you understand what loneliness is and to provide you with Biblically-based, practical guidance for dealing with it. When God created us in His image, He created us as relational beings. Genesis 2:18,“And the LORD God said, It …
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Dealing with Loneliness Part 2: Practical Application
Loneliness is a painful but common experience. Loneliness is the feeling of being alone, forsaken, and/or forgotten. There are times in everyone’s life that we feel empty and lacking in companionship, often accompanied by thoughts of “No one cares” or “I’m all alone.” As the Scripture references in the previous article give evidence, loneliness is …