From the category archives:

First Years of Marriage

Every Home a Godly Home

June 7, 2010

What a HUGE vision… EVERY HOME A GODLY HOME! Is this possible?  Can this really be done?  How will this happen? These are great questions… This past Saturday, June 5th, I participated in an afternoon session with some married couples who are committed to making a difference with the lives. The meeting was organized by [...]

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Last Day Of School… Now What?

June 4, 2010

Today, as I was driving my daughter Jade to school, I started thinking, “Where did this school year go?” She has grown up so much over these last 9 months that it’s truly incredible.  Recently, she said, “Mommy, this food is delicious!”  I started laughing because I couldn’t believe my baby girl said the word, [...]

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Making Time to Connect

May 26, 2010

Yesterday, I had an incredible breakthrough.  To me, it was a priceless moment. I was writing in my journal as Jade, my 3-year-old daughter, played on the swings and the slide in the backyard. As I watched her, I had a revelation, “Marlon, you are a father!” Some of you may be thinking, “You are [...]

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Maximizing Money in a Changing Economy

May 19, 2010

In these challenging times, we need to be intentional about maximizing our resources and being better stewards of our finances. Money problems can put a huge strain on a relationship, which tremendously impacts our children, our marriages and our overall happiness. Today, I will share a few strategies about being better stewards of our finances specifically as [...]

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Upcoming High School Reunion Makes Me Reflect

May 13, 2010

WOW!  I still can’t believe it… It was 25 years ago when I graduated from high school.  In July 2010, my class, the Class of ’85, will be celebrating our 25 year reunion. It’s hard to believe… 25 years ago I graduated from high school.  Where did the time go… so fast? My friends and [...]

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Does the Honeymoon have to End? – Part 2

May 12, 2010

Tyrone and Alicia Partee are sharing three more insights for how to keep the Honeymoon rolling as the years continue! Check out their insights and post your feedback. Why is it that so many marriages are struggling to keep the excitement and passion after their honeymoon has ended? Does it have to be this way? [...]

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Does the Honeymoon Have to End?

May 11, 2010

We were married on December 21, 2008. I remember people telling me to enjoy the honeymoon stage because it won’t last forever.  Someone said, “A honeymoon is the short period between the bridal toast and the burnt toast.” We get messages from many different places, including Christians, that the honeymoon was only meant to last [...]

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To All My Mommies

May 10, 2010

On the heels of Mothers Day, I feel compelled to write about parenting, children and motherhood for all my moms out there.  The job as a mother requires many things. And only on Mothers day do we really get to see and hear about all the wonderful and disgusting things we do.   Yesterday, as I read [...]

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God’s Blessings

April 26, 2010

God’s Blessings! What am I talking about? I’m talking about CHILDREN… They can be your own, or nephews, or nieces, or cousins, or friends’ children…. Regardless of your relationship to them, children are true blessings. As I reflect upon my life, I realize how there have been times when I’ve been so focused on growing [...]

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Joys of Parenthood

April 21, 2010

What a joy it is to be the vessel to bring new life into this world! It’s not my first but it sure feels like it. Each time it feels sooo special. Sure I’m sleep-deprived and all that comes with having a newborn but one look at his precious little body and my heart just [...]

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