I Do Every Day

A recent Italian study found that the brain chemistry of passion in new relationships lasts only two years, raising questions about whether passion is essential for a long-lasting marriage. Research suggests that passion in marriage can be fueled by intentional acts of love and affection, such as creative date nights and romantic gestures, which can help create a deeper connection with one's partner.

Living with a spouse can be a challenging experience, as we often struggle to overlook minor offenses that can create tension in our relationships. By choosing grace over perfection, couples can create a refuge from conditional love and cultivate a deeper sense of connection and understanding through the 30-Day Oneness Prayer Challenge.

Marriage requires a unique blend of trust, teamwork, and mutual support, as couples learn to put aside their individual differences and work together towards a common goal. By embracing unity of mind, sympathy, and humility, couples can cultivate a deeper connection and become an unstoppable team, with the help of FamilyLife's 30-Day Oneness Prayer Challenge.

Praying daily with your spouse can be a powerful way to reignite intimacy and connection in your marriage, but it may not come from where you expect. By committing just five minutes a day to praying together, you can discover renewed purpose, unified desire, and a deeper understanding of each other's hearts.

A lifelong diet-soda drinker, the author has discovered that drinking eight glasses of water a day is not only good for her physical health but also essential for nurturing her spiritual well-being. By prioritizing hydration and connecting with God through prayer and Scripture, she finds that her marriage flourishes as she cultivates a deeper sense of love, kindness, and faithfulness.

A popular TV drama sparked debate about the nature of love and commitment, but a closer look reveals that the idea of lifelong passion is often based on unrealistic expectations. By examining the science behind relationships and the biblical perspective on faithfulness, we can discover a more nuanced understanding of what it means to truly love and cherish our partners.

A husband reflects on the often-overlooked contributions of his wife, from making life fun and engaging with their children to teaching them valuable skills and sharing her faith in a way that captivates even young minds. In this heartfelt essay, he shares three things he wants to acknowledge and appreciate about his spouse, offering a poignant reminder to cherish our partners in everyday moments.

A husband's courageous decision to share his wife's deepest fears with their doctor reveals a profound moment of intimacy and understanding between them, highlighting the transformative power of vulnerability in marriage. By embracing open communication, couples can build a deeper connection, fostering a sense of unity and support that is essential for navigating life's challenges together.

A husband shares his personal struggle with establishing boundaries in marriage, revealing how a "Habitat Rule" that keeps pests out of the home can also suffocate intimacy, and explores the importance of tearing down defenses to foster deeper connection. By recognizing the love-driven motivation behind vulnerability, couples can overcome communication barriers and strengthen their relationship.

Give, and it will be given to you. They will pour into your lap a good measure—pressed down, shaken together, and running over. (LUKE 6:38) Our children are better students of us than we are of them.

As we navigate life's challenges with our loved ones, adopting new perspectives can be just as crucial as adjusting to new glasses - and sometimes it takes intentional effort to see things clearly. By focusing on what truly matters, couples can overcome obstacles and deepen their connection, just like Judy Burrows learned to point her nose towards her husband in a journey of marriage and humility.

As a stay-at-home mom, she has sacrificed her own desires for the sake of her family, leaving her feeling lonely and isolated. By taking initiative to invest in her wife's dreams and aspirations, husbands can show their love and appreciation, leading to a stronger and more fulfilling marriage.

As a stay-at-home mom, Lisa Lakey found herself immersed in toddler conversation 12 hours a day, but struggled to connect with her husband over simple adult topics. By persevering and focusing on connection rather than content, couples can reignite their conversations and strengthen their marriage.

A man's repeated near-misses with a train serve as a metaphor for his marital struggles, highlighting the importance of self-reflection and intentional change to avoid reliving the same conflicts. By examining the patterns of behavior that lead to these "trains" in marriage, individuals can gain insight into their own flaws and take steps towards positive transformation.

As social media's curated highlight reels can lead to discontentment, couples must find joy in their marriage by focusing on the loving and helpful things their partner does. By practicing gratitude, speaking life into each other, and praying for a deeper understanding of our spouse's sacrifices, we can uncover the joy that is present in our union.