Category: relationships

Everyone included in family

February 10, 2011 | 6 comments

Family is a whole unit! Every single member is equally needed and should be treated that way for a family to flourish. This truth struck me deeply while praying for unity in a family divided by personal opinion, criticism and

Spend time with your children

September 13, 2010 | 4 comments

If you have children, spend time with them! Now that my children are older, 16 and 20 this month, I’m seeing the payoff from paying attention to their lives as they grew up. Years ago, one of my greatest fears

What a woman wants

April 29, 2010 | 6 comments

“What does a woman want anyway? It’s a common question that frequently surfaces in my work from men young and old who are striving to work out relationship issues with their girlfriend or spouse. Well, I certainly don’t have all the

How do you know a friend?

April 19, 2010 | 5 comments

A teenager recently asked me, “How do you know when someone is truly a friend and not just taking advantage of your generosity?” It was a good question, and I didn’t have all the answers. But one lesson I’ve learned

God is your true friend

April 9, 2010 | 7 comments

As I watch my teenagers grow up I notice they go through many different friendships over the years. Some friends come and go rapidly. Others remain faithful for several years. I’ve seen the same type of cycle play out in