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Marriage: Spring Cleaning of the Soul
Spring is the time of year for "spring cleaning". It is called so because of the urge most have for a new beginning—to deal with the clutter in our homes after...
Parenting: HAPPY EASTER—When the Resurrection Hits Home
“HAPPY EASTER.” We hear it all the time leading up to this season but to the average person on the street, what does it really mean? What is Easter really about?...
Parenting: Children through the eyes of Jesus
I was Jesus once. No, not in a dream or some fantasy game but in real life. It’s true. Work with me and don’t question my sanity too much, but for...
Marriage: A Christmas Gift for Your Spouse
Have you ever been stuck wondering what to get your spouse for Christmas? I sure have, especially since I’m a December 24th power shopper! I know, I don’t deserve much sympathy...
Parenting: Passing on your Faith during Christmas
I’m the outspoken “Merry Christmas” guy in a world where it’s not politically correct. It’s my part of the fight. Though Season’s Greetings or Happy Holidays have all but replaced “Merry...
Parenting: Refresh Your Family Traditions
Five Family Traditions to Try This Holiday Season Are you looking for new ways to bring life and meaning to your family’s Christmas this year? Commercialism and secularism drive much of...
eZine #93: All the Summer Vibes
June eZine: All The Summer Vibes! It's June! Our minds drift towards those long summer days, lazy mornings, days at the beach, and summer vacations. But as a parent it can...
The Power of Your Face
Uncovering the Relational Impact of Masking The Bible, in those “less than modern” translations, repeatedly uses the word “countenance”. It’s an old word that has long since faded from usage...
Marriage: Do The Math in Your Marriage
Timely, Intentional Targets toward Multiplied Relational Togetherness It’s simple marital math. The greater the effort you put into staying connected —the greater the overall effect on your marital companionship. There...
Marriage: The 12 Days of a Christ-Centered Christmas
We often hear the quote, “It is better to give than receive.” Deep down in our hearts, we know it is true yet, that’s not the way Christmas is celebrated in...
Parenting: How To Bring Out The Worst In Your Kids
8 Dangerous Dispositions of Rookie Parents and Those Who Act Like It! Heed the warning: How you interact with your children —the tone of your parenting —full-on shapes their life —their...
eZine #85: We want to Connect with YOU!
October eZine: Deepen your Connection OUR WORD OF THE MONTH: CONNECT! This month, we want to focus on CONNECTION. Not just with us, but with your spouse, your kids, and those...
COVID Cautions
Wisdom on Facing Pandemic Danger I am going against two personal convictions in writing this article. First off, I deeply dislike stirring up controversy. I have always wanted people to remember...
eZine #84: Falling back into the swing of things
September eZine: Back to School & More... Happy first day of Autumn DFR family! It's crazy how fast summer goes, isn't it? Before we dive into this month's resources, we wanted...
Women’s Seminar: Encounter Jesus in the Noise
Ladies, this is an exclusive seminar, just for you! Come join us for an interactive, reflecting, equipping, spiritual direction and life coaching experience with Jesus leading the way! This 5 Day Kickstart: Encountering Jesus...