The dangers of relational quicksand …
Over the last few years, I have heard a few adults make an observation that I found both funny and familiar. They were surprised that quicksand had […]
15
Sep
2026
Blog Tag
Relationships
31
Aug
2026
The latest trend in relationship counseling comes down to one word …
Spend enough time reading about marriage and relationships and certain words suddenly seem to be everywhere. Boundaries had its moment. Attachment moved from psychology textbooks into everyday […]
17
Jun
2026
Why collaboration succeeds where conflict resolution falls short …
Conflict is an unavoidable part of human relationships because relationships bring together people who see the world through different experiences. Whenever two or more people spend significant […]
19
May
2026
Learning the practice of proper assertiveness in daily life …
Proper assertiveness is the mix of clarity and respect required to manage daily interactions and personal relationships. When people choose not to exercise this communication trait, they […]
06
Apr
2026
Being a “fixer” can cause more harm than good …
Pastor Robert Tallent once told the story about how there was a barber in a small community who had been the only barber in town for years. […]
13
Mar
2026
Two essential steps determine whether expectations strengthen a relationship or create unnecessary conflict …
Pastor Tim Hinrichs shared a personal experience that revealed the tension between expectations and reality: I had arrived only a couple weeks before in the Czech Republic […]
17
Jul
2025
How to be single AND satisfied …
Some people live as if their joy is always just out of reach. It hovers in a relationship they don’t have, a stage of life they haven’t […]
09
Jan
2025
A primary way of nurturing love in a relationship …
A long time ago I read a story about a young boy who got into a heated argument with his best friend, Charlie. That wasn’t the first […]
02
Dec
2024
The Bible oozes instructions for happier and more harmonious relationships …
In an age where relationship advice fills bookshelves and social media feeds, it’s easy to overlook an ancient text that is a vast treasure trove of wisdom […]
16
Oct
2024
Understanding “attachment theory” and how it relates to biblical truth …
Attachment theory has become a popular framework in psychology and counseling circles. It offers insights into how our earliest relationships — especially with caregivers — shape the […]