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Divorce and Separation

It takes more than an opinion to discover the right thing.

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My Spouse Is Abusive

My husband is verbally and physically abusive. What do I do?

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Dr. Bill Maier on Separation

Dr. Bill Maier addresses issues involving marital separation, living apart, children and in-laws. Dr. Maier also addresses one of the most promising new forms of marital counseling called “Emotionally Focused Therapy” or “EFT.”

Emotional Affairs

Is there anything wrong with having a close friend of the opposite sex after you’re married? While there may be no clear answer, there are compelling reasons to be cautious about opposite-sex friendships outside of your spouse’s company.

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Dr. Bill Maier on Divorce

Dr. Bill Maier addresses the issue of divorce, including children, reconciliation and low-conflict divorce.

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When Reality Sets In

Few things in life test wedding vows like chronic illness.

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Setting Godly Boundaries in Marriage

Just as God drew a boundary to protect Adam and Eve, setting clear boundaries in marriage safeguards us from temptation and cultivates deeper intimacy.

Dr. Bill Maier on Pornography Recovery

Dr. Bill Maier addresses the issue of recovery from pornography use.

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Affairs and Adultery

Infidelity is not a simple problem and it cannot be fixed with a simple cure. This series of articles is designed to provide insight, encouragement and practical advice to anyone whose marriage has been undermined by an act of infidelity.

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Should I Get a Divorce?

No couple goes into marriage thinking they’ll be the ones who won’t make it.

Is There Hope for My Marriage?

To have good marriages, we need to ride out the ‘lows’ so that the relationship can be strengthened.

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How Could Divorce Affect My Kids?

We now have an enormous amount of research on divorce and children, all pointing to the same stubborn truth: Kids suffer when moms and dads split up.

How Would Divorce Affect Me?

With more than 30 years of research, we now know divorce seldom leads to a better life.

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My Spouse Struggles with Homosexuality

A homosexual struggle may take years to manifest within a marriage.

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Confronting Your Spouse

After spending considerable time in prayer and perhaps with trusted friends and family, you need to present the evidence and express your feelings openly with your spouse.

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How Can We Keep from Drifting Apart?

There are as many reasons for drifting apart as there are marriages.

Holidays and the In-Laws

There are no specific right and wrong ways for families to spend the holidays together, but there could be better ways.

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When Your Spouse Won’t Talk

Relating to each other is not a technique we’re born with. It’s like a muscle that needs to be developed over time.

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When Your Spouse Won’t Leave You Alone

Here are some suggestions if you’re feeling cornered by a spouse who always wants to talk.

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What if an In-Law Doesn’t Accept Me?

These steps will help you deal with those sticky in-law situations.

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To Step into Your Calling, You Must First See Clearly.

Truth Rising exposes the cultural crisis we face and the bold faith it takes to confront it. Watch the film, then go deeper with a study on Hope, Truth, Identity, and Calling. You were created for this moment.

Choose to see. Choose to believe. Choose to act.