Many people cannot conceive of enduring hardship as I have. But I have been convinced that God has wanted me to keep the vows I made before Him. Here are five essentials for surviving and thriving when you are the only one trying to build your marriage.

I knew that I was powerless to change my husband’s heart—only the Lord could do that.

When you’re on the other side looking back, how do you want to have handled it?

Five reasons we must face affliction.

Barbara and I learned that without a plan and the inner resources to move through problems, a marriage will flounder.

Trials, problems, and even calamities are a normal part of life.

Instead of leaving behind your treasures, send them on ahead.

Four financial principles that will help your family in this time of economic uncertainty.

The spiritual struggle of many Christian stepfamily adults.

It’s important for husbands and wives to agree on financial decisions because they both will experience the consequences.

How you handle your money is one of the greatest tests of your marriage.

Suggestions from experienced stepfathers on conquering Stepdad Mountain.

We used these ideas to help our children on their spiritual journeys.

Many well meaning parents mistakenly focus on a child’s conduct and miss the root cause … the heart.

Too many parents focus on changing a child’s behavior. More important is what’s going on in the child’s heart.

Parents must identify false gods in their children’s lives that distract them from the truth.