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Reconciling After A Fight: How Do I Do That?

November 13, 2018 — Timothy Muehlhoff

"This is a two-part question: My friend and I got into an interesting discussion the other day about Halloween and whether Christians should engage or not. Things got heated and we ended angry with each other and frustrated at the conversation. First, can you give some advice on how we might reconcile after the blowup? Second, can you share thoughts about Halloween and how Christians should or should not engage?"

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Reconciling on Halloween: What Should We Do?

October 30, 2018 — Timothy Muehlhoff

"This is a two-part question: My friend and I got into an interesting discussion the other day about Halloween and whether Christians should engage or not. Things got heated and we ended angry with each other and frustrated at the conversation. First, can you give some advice on how we might reconcile after the blowup? Second, can you share thoughts about Halloween and how Christians should or should not engage?"

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He Doesn't Believe. What Do I Do?

October 16, 2018 — Alisa Grace

"I met at church and I really like. He recently told me he believes God gave His Word to some people, but that other people also added their opinions to the Bible, so it’s not like the Bible is actually God’s Word. Am I overthinking this or should this be a red flag as I consider whether or not to date him?"

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Is Satan Behind Every Corner?

October 2, 2018 — Timothy Muehlhoff

"My wife and I just recently started going to a church that focuses on spiritual warfare more than we are accustomed to. They suggest that our relationship is under constant spiritual attack but we aren’t sure what to think about that. Can you help?"

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Spiritual Warfare In Relationships? What Is That?

September 18, 2018 — Timothy Muehlhoff

"My wife and I have been enjoying our marriage but occasionally find ourselves in arguments or feeling divided for unexplained reasons. Some friends have suggested praying against spiritual oppression. That sounds scary. Can you add some input?"

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Help! I Feel Abandoned In My Own Marriage!

September 4, 2018 — Chris Grace

"My husband and I have been married for 30+ years. He suffers from depression and takes medication. Here is my question: We have not been intimate in 5 years, and while he pursues going to the doctor for his physical and mental health, he does not pursue finding out why he has no desire for sex or intimacy. What can I do? I feel abandoned."

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We Are Already Married! Why Go To Marriage Counseling?

August 21, 2018 — Willa Williams

"My wife and I have been happily married for four years now and have been encouraged to attend marriage retreats or counseling. We don't have any big issues going on, so what is the point of going to counseling or on a retreat?"

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Are They Emotionally Dependent? Are You?

August 7, 2018 — Aundrea Paxton

"How do I recognize emotional dependency? I am curious where the line is drawn from depending on someone for support and where that goes too far. How do I deal with someone who might be emotionally dependent?"

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How Do I Recognize Manipulation in Relationships?

July 24, 2018 — Willa Williams

"I am in friendships that I am worried might be manipulative. What are some ways that I can recognize manipulation within friendships or relationships?"

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10 Easy and Thoughtful Quarantine Date Night Ideas

July 10, 2018 — Debra Fileta

"I have been trying to think of dates that I can set up with my wife that will help us connect with each on a deeper level. It can be hard to schedule that into our routine with kids and other things making life busy. Can you help me with some ideas?"

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