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The Sandwich Solution
How one wife returned good for evil
By Gary D. Chapman
MP, Summer 2008
He's Practical; I'm Not
How I learned not to take our personality differences personally.
By Dianne Barker
MP, Summer 2008
What We Need
Contrary to popular teaching, love and respect aren't gender specific.
By Jonalyn Grace Fincher
MP, Summer 2008
Thanks a Lot, Jane Austen
One trip to the movies had me wondering, Where's the love? the romance?
By Ashleigh Kittle Slater
MP, Spring 2008
Thanks For a Whole Lot of Nothings
My gratitude for everyday actions improved our opinions of each other.
By Cheri Cowell
MP, Spring 2008
Branded!
What business can teach you about God's purpose for your marriage
By Caryn Rivadeneira
MP, Spring 2008
What 3 Bible Couples Teach Us About …
Pushy wives and pushover husbands.
By Liz Curtis Higgs
MP, Spring 2008
Marriage Junk Mail
Its seductive promises of a better life fed my discontent.
By Christa Rose Bartlett
MP, Winter 2007
Will We or Won't We …
Who holds the real power in your sex life?
By Gary Thomas
MP, Winter 2007
Not Tonight, Honey
I just knew we'd pray together every day. Uh … right.
By Rachael Phillips
MP, Winter 2007
The Three Most Important Choices
Your marriage depends on them.
By Gary and Carrie Oliver
MP, Winter 2007
Soulful Connections
How close are you and your spouse spiritually? MP reports how couples are living out their faith.
By Kate V. Bryant
MP, Fall 2007
Caught Unawares
Temptation to look outside your relationship can sneak up on you—even in the best marriages.
By Jim Killam
MP, Fall 2007
Peanut Butter and Jelly
We couldn't be more different, but we're an unbeatable combination.
By Donna Frisinger
MP, Fall 2007
Living with an Intruder
We wondered what good could possibly come from my wife's illness.
By Dick Peterson
MP, Fall 2007
Rest, Renew, & Retreat
A couple's spiritual getaway doesn't have to be the typical prayer, fasting, and religious routine.
By Brenda Jank
MP, Fall 2007
Best Friends Forever
The power of getting couples together to share life, struggles, and faith.
by Marie Guthrie
MP, Summer 2007
What a nearly disastrous dip in the river taught me about …
A Tippy Canoe and Barry, Too
by Donna Frisinger
MP, Summer 2007
When Mr. Fix-It Won't Do
After my wife miscarried, I realized she needed something from me that was different from my normal responses.
by Bob Perry
MP, Summer 2007
Peaks, Valleys, and Rails
Maybe married life isn't just about reaching the mountaintops and avoiding the dark times.
By Marshall Shelley
MP, Spring 2007
Seeing the Sacred
Moving beyond promises.
By Cecil Murphey
MP, Spring 2007
Feeling Let Down?
What to do with an imperfect spouse.
By Gary Thomas
MP, Spring 2007
Spirituality and Sex?
What 4 Christian sex therapists wish you knew.
By Ginger Kolbaba
MP, Spring 2007
A Perfect Gift
It's now dog-eared, cracked, and faded, but it was …
by William Nesbitt Jr.
MP, Winter 2006
Marital Drift
In pursuit of "the good life," busy couples can let everything take priority over the two most important things: God and marriage. Author David Goetz discusses how to make sure that doesn't happen.
by Ginger Kolbaba
MP, Winter 2006
I Want to Be Happy
I discovered that wasn't too much to ask for in my marriage. It was too little.
by Elaine Creasman
MP, Fall 2006
Simple Words
Praying with my husband is wonderful—but it didn't start that way.
by Sheri Mueller
MP, Fall 2006
Homer & Marge & Dave & Jana
The Simpsons as our role models? D'oh!
by David L. Goetz
MP, Fall 2006
Shopping With My Wife
On our (painful) trips to the mall, I got more than I bargained for
by Drew Dyck
MP, Summer 2006
A Piercing Silence
What I learned when I finally got quiet enough to let God speak
by Renny Gehman
MP, Spring 2006
Joy in the Journey
The relational glue that helps us pursue oneness
by John and Nancy Ortberg
MP, Spring 2006
The Secret to Contentment
When Joyce Meyer took a risk to love and be loved, she discovered something deeper than happiness
by Corrie Cutrer
MP, Spring 2006
What Joy Isn't
3 ways we misuse or abuse joy
by Nancy Ortberg
MP, Spring 2006
Spiritually Lacking
Our marriage was good, so we put God on the back burner. Big mistake.
by Susy Yates Anderson
MP, Winter 2005
The Prayers that Changed Husbands
When Tami Chelew got serious about talking to God about her mate, she couldn't believe what happened.
by Karen O'Connor
MP, Winter 2005
How Sex Points Us to God
Believe it or not, making love with your spouse is a spiritual—as well as a physical—exercise.
by Gary Thomas
MP, Winter 2005
More Than Skin on Skin
Getting rid of the addictive distortion of sex
by Clifford and Joyce Penner
MP, Winter 2005
Making Our Own Way
Our childhood Christmas traditions didn't work for us. But why was finding new ones so difficult?
by Eric Reed
MP, Winter 2005
Marriage in the Shadowlands
The marriage of C. S. Lewis to Joy Davidman took everyone by surprise. But what an intense and wonderful surprise their marriage became. An MP interview with Lewis's stepson Douglas Gresham.
by Ginger Kolbaba
MP, Winter 2005
Happy Birthday to Me
My husband and I were born on the same day. I pampered him. Why didn't he do the same?
by Joyce K. Ellis
MP, Fall 2005
The List That Saved My Marriage
What an inventory of my husband's shortcomings taught me
by Becky Zerbe
MP, Fall 2005
MP Special Section: A Marriage Revolution
The Power of Patience
An amazing thing can happen during your wait for things to change
by Stormie Omartian
MP, Fall 2005
MP Special Section: A Marriage Revolution
In This Thing Together
Sometimes patience comes only though compassion
by Ken Tada
MP, Fall 2005
MP Special Section: A Marriage Revolution
Confessions of a Former Perfectionist
How four discoveries helped me realize my unreasonable expectations of my husband
by Kathy Collard Miller
MP, Fall 2005
The Mystery of Oneness
Two become one even if it doesn't feel that way
by Mike Mason
MP, Summer 2005
MP Special Section: A Marriage Revolution
The Prayer God Loves to Answer
When you make this request, the results may surprise you
by Gary Thomas
MP, Summer 2005
MP Special Section: A Marriage Revolution
What Does It Do for Me?
"Seinfeld" moments and the humble—and noble—act of serving
by Jim Killam
MP, Summer 2005
MP Special Section: A Marriage Revolution
How Do You Serve Your Spouse?
MP, Summer 2005
Secrets of a Soul Mate
It may be time to become what you—and your spouse—really long for
by Tim Alan Gardner
MP, Spring 2005
MP Special Section: A Marriage Revolution
Why Forgive?
It's more about you than you think.
by Neil T. Anderson
MP, Spring 2005
MP Special Section: A Marriage Revolution
Give It the Boot
When you can't forgive and forget, remember what the reminders really mean.
by Josh Summitt
MP, Spring 2005
MP Special Section: A Marriage Revolution
Grace Matters
Marriage Partnership talks to Max and Denalyn Lucado about making forgiveness work individually and together.
by Ginger Kolbaba
MP, Spring 2005
Exposed!
How marriage uncovers the sin in our lives—and why that's a good thing.
by Gary Thomas
MP, Winter 2004
Husband Bashing
When I joined in on a gripe-fest about spouses, God taught me a lesson I'll never forget.
by Rhonda Rizzo Webb
MP, Winter 2004
Irreconcilable Differences—So?
Why you don't need to see things the same way
by Mark Galli
MP, Winter 2004
For Better or For Worst
Two couples who have faced tragic, unforeseen circumstances—together.
by Ginger Kolbaba
MP, Winter 2004
Committed for Life!
Remaining loyal brings a treasure trove of blessings to marriage—not a life sentence.
by James and Betty Robison
MP, Winter 2004
Marriage Martyr
I was vying for the title of "Most Taken for Granted"—but what did I expect to win?
by Renata Waldrop
MP, Fall 2004
Soulful Connections
Don't let these 4 myths about spiritual intimacy keep you and your spouse apart.
by Steve Bell
MP, Fall 2004
The Real Thing
Through the years we've discovered what true God-love is and what it isn't—and what that means for our marriage.
by Mike and Debbie Breaux with Ginger Kolbaba
MP, Fall 2004
Testing Our Vows
I thought I would have my best friend forever. Now I wasn't so sure.
by Merry Marinello
MP, Fall 2004
A Loving Focus
To Dr. James and Shirley Dobson, unconditional love is a decision—one that requires more than the leftovers of their time.
MP, Fall 2004
Unforgiven
The only antidote to bitterness was something I didn't feel like doing.
by Golden Keyes Parsons
MP, Summer 2004
Fighting Words
On the brink of battle, an Old Testament king turned to God. Here are the surprising marriage lessons I learned from his prayer.
by Donna Doornik
MP, Spring 2004
Dynamic Duo
Live the adventure of serving side-by-side
by Teresa Turner Vining
MP, Spring 2004
A Marriage Revolution
by practicing what we believe, Christian marriages can transform our society.
by David Neff
MP, Spring 2004
Spiritually Alone
10 ways to motivate your disinterested spouse
by David Clarke
MP, Winter 2003
To Neglect Is Divine
At times the best thing to say is nothing at all.
by Mark Galli
MP, Winter 2003
Kissing Your Family Goodbye
What it really means to "leave and cleave"
by David Stoop
MP, Fall 2003
It's the Little Things That Count
Nobody notices those behind-the-scenes good deeds of unsung spouses—until now.
by Rachael Phillips
MP, Fall 2003
Devotions in Disguise
A commitment to connect will bring you closer to each other … and to God.
by Carolyn and Craig Williford
MP, Summer 2003
Walking with Purpose
Prayerwalking is no ordinary workout. It will take your marriage a step in the right direction.
by Karen O'Connor
MP, Spring 2003
The Soul Cure
Sometimes the best way to solve marital problems is to spend time alone with God.
by Steve and Valerie Bell
MP, Winter 2002
Busting the Myths of a Christian Marriage
One couple thought being Christians would save them from marital problems. Their naïve beliefs made everything worse.
by Judy Bodmer
MP, Winter 2002
What's So Scary About Submission?
Six secrets about what the Bible really teaches
by Kevin A. Miller
MP, Fall 2002
Witnessing to Neighbors
Being a good neighbor is a natural and effective way to share your faith
by Jim Killam
MP, Summer 2002
Beyond Happily Ever After
Wondering why God brought you and your spouse together? This couple did. And until they wrote their marriage mission statement, they didn't realize how secular their goals were
by Kevin and Karen Miller
MP, Spring 2002
Worth Fighting For
Just as God fought to save his people, so is your marriage worth the fight
by Al Janssen
MP, Spring 2002
For Better and For …
What my ordeal taught me about my marriage.
by Cindy Baum
MP, Fall 2001
Blessed by Breakdowns
A forced meditation on joy.
by Jane Tod Jimenez
MP, Spring 2001
Emergency Call
With my husband in danger every time he left for work, I found new ways to trust God.
by Renae Bottom
MP, Summer 2000
Putting Yourself Last
If you feel the need to spice up your marriage, make sure you don't leave out the key ingredient.
by Gary L. Thomas
MP, Winter 1999
This Isn't Your Grandmother's Marriage
Bible teachers Jill and Stuart Briscoe take a new look at roles that really work.
Interview by Annette LaPlaca
MP, Winter 1999
The Truth about Love
David and Teresa Ferguson found that the heart of a marriage lies in the heart of the gospel.
Interview by Caryn D. Rivadeneira
MP, Summer 1999
When Your Loved One Doesn't Love God
It's possible to be 'unequally yoked' yet still stay close—while you wait.
by Nancy Kennedy
MP, Spring 1999
Someone's Knocking at the Door
With my husband's sense of hospitality, it could be a complete stranger.
by Marsha Crockett
MP, Winter 1998
Slump-Busting
Even when you're both at a spiritual standstill, you can help each other reignite your passion for God.
by Jim Killam
MP, Winter 1998
Starting Over
With God's help, it's possible to rebuild trust—even after a painful betrayal.
by Louis McBurney, M.D.
MP, Summer 1998
Open to the World
Why Ravi and Margie Zacharias are convinced God has big plans for your marriage.
Interview by Ron R. Lee
MP, Summer 1998
The Touchiest Topic
How to make it easier to talk about spiritual things with your spouse.
by Tim Sutherland
MP, Spring 1997
More Soul to Soul
I Almost Killed My Wife
Fall 2000
Formerly Heart & Soul
The Art of Staying Married
Summer 2000
In Love with My In-Laws
Spring 2000
Putting Yourself Last
Winter 1999
Promises, Promises
Fall 1999
Faith for Two
Summer 1999
Married Strangers
Spring 1999
Marriage's Best Gift
Winter 1998
Practicing God's "Love Advice" at Home
Fall 1998
A Team Needs a Captain
Summer 1998
Happily Ever After?
Winter 1997
Impossible Math
Fall 1997
The Great Pretender
Summer 1997
Why You Need a Double Standard
Spring 1997
Truth and Its Consequences
Winter 1996
Coming in Second
Fall 1996
Marriage Partnership
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