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Mistakes I Made in My Marriage – Failing to Take Her Fears Seriously

Posted on August 22, 2016 by familyencouragement

One of the mistakes I made in the early part of our marriage was failing to take Paula’s fears seriously.    I didn’t mean to do it, but I missed opportunities to encourage and comfort her. From the very first week … Continue reading →

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Mistakes I Made in My Marriage – Failing to Appreciate the Way She Communicated

Posted on June 14, 2016 by familyencouragement

In the next several posts I will share some painful and difficult words.    They deal with mistakes I made in my relationship with Paula and some ways I have wronged her.    They aren’t in a specific order, but random as … Continue reading →

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Legacy and Learning

Posted on August 14, 2012 by familyencouragement

Successful parenting is not the result of haphazard actions.   Godly children are not the result of parents that got lucky somehow.    I believe it is the kind grace of God using parents that desire to honor Him through applying His … Continue reading →

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