As summer fades and the school bells ring, we invite you to take a nostalgic journey back to the days when you were preparing to go back to school.    To prepare/make sure you have for the date ahead of time: Foods for your picnic A soccer ball, basketball, etc. for activity #3.   Activity #1: Go back to school shopping together. Head to a Walmart, Target, etc. and each of you pick out the other’s outfit. When you get home, put on the outfits and take a “first day of school” photo.   Activity #2: Pack a backpack picnic. Thank sandwiches, Lunchables, chips, juice pouc ..read more

“The eye is the lamp of the body; so then if your eye is clear, your whole body will be full of light.” Matthew 6:22  Years back, as a new wife and housekeeper, I read a blog with tips and tricks to maintaining a tidy home. Most of the tips seemed obvious to me, but one stuck out: always clean with the blinds open and the lights on. The idea is that the light exposes all the places of dust and build up that you would otherwise miss.  I can’t say I thought too much about it, didn’t even follow the advice, until the other day after 5 straight days of rain, children coming in and out ..read more

When you were dating, building and creating a connection felt effortless. This connection, marked by excitement, curiosity, and frequent quality time together, was the foundation of your decision to continue dating and ultimately to get married. However, once married, many couples find that maintaining that connection becomes more challenging.  This shift occurs because the dynamics of the relationship change as responsibilities increase. Daily routines, work pressures, household chores, and possibly raising children can consume the time and energy that were once dedicated to nurturing t ..read more

There have been seasons of my marriage where I have exhausted all my resources and energy attempting to fix a chronic wound in my relationship that continued to drain the life right out of me. I’d ask friends for advice, read articles and follow 12-step programs, yet still be left bleeding out. Time and money spent. Wounds still unhealed. That’s why when I re-read Luke 8:40-48 and the story of the bleeding woman who reached for Jesus’s robe, I was inspired, encouraged and convicted.  This woman knew and believed so fully in His healing power that she reached for His robe, pushing past ..read more

For this date, you will need 5 minutes to prep beforehand, as well as a deck of cards. Print the printables below and cut them out. Then you will be ready to enjoy this spicy date with your spouse! Activity #1: Play a bedroom game Grab a deck of cards and play Deck of Desire and print out the printable below. Print out this printable How to play: Get ready for some playful intimacy with our steamy card game! It's as easy as drawing and laying down cards. Each card you select reveals an exciting action to perform on your spouse based on its number and suit. The suit corresponds to a thrilling ..read more

Activity #1: Enjoy a picnic-style lunch in your backyard if the weather permits. Prepare sandwiches, salads, and refreshing beverages. Use this time to do a weekly check-in for your marriage. DOWNLOAD YOUR MARRIAGE GUIDE HERE Activity #2 Special Project: After spring cleaning your marriage, choose one area of your home that you've been wanting to spruce up or organize. It could be a pantry makeover, rearranging furniture in the living room, or creating a cozy reading nook. Work together on this project, sharing ideas and making decisions together. Activity #3 Relax and Unwind: Finally, after y ..read more

Are You Checking the Right Boxes? By Kathy and Tim Bush, founders of War Room Ministries m After almost three decades of checking the wrong boxes – lies, affairs, secrets - and after over one decade of checking the right ones – prayer, faith, trust – marriage, sex and all, is actually fun. Here’s how we got there. ROUGH STARTS, WRONG ATTITUDES Kathy: I came into marriage damaged and broken. Being molested as a child led me to have multiple boyfriends and unhealthy sexual relationships. I knew it was wrong, but I saw it as a way of being loved. I was very shy, and this lifestyle, bad as it was ..read more

Embarking on a date night adventure with your spouse is not just a momentary escape from the demands of daily life; it's a deliberate investment in the foundation of your marriage. In the hustle and bustle of our routines, carving out dedicated time for each other becomes a cherished necessity. Will you try your “luck” and see what activities you grab for this blind date? This date will require about 5-10 minutes to print and prepare ahead of time. You can find your printable here Instructions: Print the printables.  Prepare the envelopes. Cut the task cards. Fill the envelopes ..read more

Activity #1: Enjoy your take out meal by candlelight  Set the atmosphere First you are going to pick up your favorite food and bring it home for a nice dinner. Then you will transform your living room into a romantic oasis: Dim the lights, light some scented candles, and scatter rose petals on the floor. Play some soft jazz or your shared favorite playlist.  Set the table with your finest china and glassware for a touch of elegance.  Even though you're staying in, put on something that makes you feel confident and attractive. It could be a fancy dress, suit, or simply yo ..read more

Activity #1: Start the date with a conversation. Talk about your individual goals and dreams for the future.  What are you passionate about?  What challenges are you facing?  How can you support each other in achieving your goals?   Activity #2: Print off two goal cards  to help you two set goals for the 4 areas. Spiritual What is one thing you can do to grow closer to God individually? What is one thing you two can do together to have a Christ-centered marriage? Marriage How often do you want to have date nights? What is one thing you can foc ..read more