Truth that Makes a Difference

Finding meaning in life, marriage, and faith

Are You a Doer or a Waiter?

February 4, 2021

When your car needs serviced, do you take initiative to get it serviced, or do you wait, hoping your spouse will do it? Or, when there are dirty dishes in … Read more

1 Kings 1 – Rivalry

February 2, 2021

Two different factions, each trying to get the upper hand on the other. Each trying to gain control. Each trying to be on top. This is the story of 1 … Read more

Firing Up Your Marriage the Right Kindling

January 28, 2021

Sometimes, my wife and I will meet our kids and grandkids out on a wooded piece of property they own. There, the kids fish in the pond and play in … Read more

2 Samuel 24 – Righting Your Wrongs

January 26, 2021

Have you ever done something you knew was not right? Maybe others even told you it wasn’t wise, but you did it anyway. Then afterwards, things began to unravel. Your … Read more

What are the Glory Days of Your Marriage?

January 21, 2021

Glory days. If you’re a Bruce Springsteen fan, those words will automatically bring a great song to mind. But the concept of glory days has been around much longer than … Read more

2 Samuel 23 – Superheroes

January 19, 2021

Over the years, superhero movies have made a comeback. When I was a boy, I read superhero comic books and dreamed about what it would be like if they really … Read more

Don’t Feel Attracted to Your Spouse? Try These 4 Principles.

January 14, 2021

It seems like attraction should be a key ingredient in marriage. After all, we all want to be attracted to our spouse, and we want our spouse to be attracted … Read more

2 Samuel 22 – Thinking About God’s Goodness

January 12, 2021

As I was out walking one morning, I was struck by how pleasant the morning was. It was a little cool, a little breezy, and just right. And so, I … Read more

2 Samuel 20-21 – There’s a Time for Everything.

January 5, 2021

According to the 60’s rock group, The Byrds, there is a time and a season for everything. (Actually, that idea comes from Ecclesiastes chapter 3. The Byrds just borrowed it.) … Read more

2 Samuel 19 – Become a Kinder and Gentler You

December 29, 2020

There are some things in life that can change a person. Going through a war. Having a stroke. Being victimized. Going through a divorce. Things like these can impact a … Read more