Faith Lived Out ~ God’s Wisdom for Marriage & Becoming a Submissive Wife

As much as we love our husbands, they can be rather frustrating. Making trying to respond to them with grace and love seem nearly impossible at times.  We also have the concern that if we show grace by letting a rude comment or them being a bit selfish slide, that we will be forever mistreated by our husbands. But, what did God do? He showed us grace while we were still deep in sin and quite unlov...

In light of the unimaginable tragedy that has happened here in Texas, some of you have asked, "Where is God in all of this?" You're struggling to maintain your faith or to reconcile yourself against a God that you know loves His children, but then allows something like this to happen. It's a complicated question, and my hope is to encourage you not to lose heart.  Together, we'll look to Scripture...

Today, we’re diving into how asking for forgiveness can bring healing and change to yourself and your marriage. I know, it sounds a bit scary and we often hesitate because of pride or fear. But ladies, through the power of Christ, this single act can do so much. The enemy understands this power and wants to keep you in your depression, despair and hurt. Which is why he does everything he can to ke...

Can one person change the course of a marriage? Absolutely. However, it cannot be done by forcing the issue, coercion, or manipulation. Nor is it through constant conversations of how things need to be different, changed, or made better. There is however, 1 simple step that every wife can start today, that can transform her relationship to the more loving marriage that she desires to have.  This s...

There is a lot of talk today about how husbands are not stepping up to be the spiritual leader of their family. How they are not taking the time pray with their wives or children, not leading in devotions, Bible study or in being the godly example we desire them to be. As wives and moms, we are frustrated and discontent with this lack of spiritual leadership and in trying to get our husbands to st...

Since we were little girls, we have had thoughts and dreams of what our married life would be like. All of these were heightened when we found the man of our dreams and began to plan a life together. But now the excitement of the wedding and moving in together has passed and things are not quite what you expected them to be. Something happened to that blissful romantic love that you had between on...

We all have an idea in our mind of what a perfect relationship looks like. However, I would imagine that most of our ideas might be a bit one-sided in how our relationship is going to meet our own wants and desires. In scripture, we are given the example of a perfect relationship in the Trinity. One that is characterized by unity, love, willful submission, and trust. Today we'll explore this perfe...

Hey girls, Are you feeling like your marriage needs a little TLC, but your husband just doesn't see it? Don’t worry, you're not alone! Whether he thinks everything is fine or is just not open to change, there are ways that you can be the catalyst for change in your marriage, all on your own. Join me to learn how to cultivate a loving, Christ-centered relationship with three empowering steps that d...

Today we are continuing our deep dive into scripture to look at God‘s amazing power and sovereignty that is at work in your life. Of how He is working in that struggle that you are facing, the change that you want to make in your life, the fear you have or that step of faith that you want to take, but you are hesitant to do so.  You will hear real life examples of God working in our lives today, h...

Hey girls, We're taking the next 2 episode to uncover something truly inspiring. Join me as we explore God's incredible power and sovereignty that is working behind the scenes in your life. Even though you may not see it, He is there. We'll chat about God’s promises to guide you in that struggle you're facing, your fears, or that step of faith that you want to take. You'll hear examples from scrip...

It's true, not all husbands meet our expectations of the honest, hard working, caring, and respected man we dreamed of marrying. The way they think may be different, their level of integrity, or how they provide for the family may less than what you were raised with or the kind of man your father is. When this happens, it’s easy to feel disappointed in your husband's behavior, actions, or how he t...

When we are hurt by those closest to us, those who are suppose to be the people we can trust, the pain runs deep and it can be  incredibly difficult to forgive. You may be afraid to forgive and let go because if you let our guard down, it may happen again, causing more pain and making you look like a fool for trusting them. You may have tried to forgive but can't seem to get the thoughts and visio...

Hey girls! Have you ever wondered why you can't seem to or have struggled with being consistent in your efforts to be a godly submissive wife who respects her husband?  Like, you put in the effort, but something always happens that causes you to blow it, again! I know I have, many times. Good news is, you're not alone! Bad news is, you actually have things working against you to accomplish this....

Last week, my husband and I celebrated 42 years of marriage. Often times when people find out how long we have been married, we are asked; What’s your secret? What is the secret to a long happy marriage? Given the rate of divorce these days and the variety of ideas that are out there as to what makes a marriage really work, we’re not surprised to be asked this question. We find that couples truly...

In this episode, we continue our talk about what you can do when you find out your husband is looking at pornography. Whether you've just discovered this or it's been a long-standing issue, here is where you will find hope and guidance. We will look at some practical steps you can take as a wife to help both you and your husband navigate this challenging time. You are not alone in this, and with G...

Have you been hit with the devastating blow that your husband is looking at pornography? Maybe you have just found this out for the very first time or maybe this has been an ongoing issue in your marriage. Where either your husband thinks there's nothing wrong with it, has said he will stop but never does, or has truly tried to change, but just can't seem to break the grip that it has on him. When...

Ever wonder what truly makes a difference in a marriage? What to focus on first to improve, strengthen, or maybe even save your relationship? Based on over 40 years of marriage and walking with the Lord, I have put together what I would say is the top 5 most important things you can do for your marriage. Focusing on just one or two of these, and making a true effort for real change, will bring a p...

We all want to be happy. Have happy lives and raise happy kids. When men get married they are told to remember one thing; "Happy wife, happy life". But with all the stresses and responsibilities of our daily lives, the worries of are we a good wife, are we raising our kids well, and the uncertainties of what the future may hold, how does one maintain any kind of happiness? As I was reading one day...

We talk a lot about what a submissive wife looks like and learning how to become one. But what if? What if we decided not to follow God in this. That we wanted to maybe follow somethings, but not all, or set His teachings aside altogether and go our own way. What would happen then? There are non-believers who have good marriages, ones that stand the test of time. Maybe our marriage would be like t...

In this episode we'll dive into the life of Sarah, a pivotal figure in the Bible who God refers to as the mother of nations. She is known for her faith and submissiveness, but also portrays a bit of jealousy, impatience, and even harshness, when she doesn't get her way. Through it all, we learn to trust in God's promises, even when we can't see the outcome, what it looks like to build a Christ-cen...

Many of us enter into marriage having an idea of what we think it will be like. However, we soon realize that we are in uncharted waters and are in need of some guidance, if we want to achieve the marriage we have always dreamed of. As Christian women, we know that we want to be a godly wife, that this is what is best for us and our marriage. We're just not sure what our role is in this and how to...

Hey, girls! Welcome to our special Q&A episode where we dive deep into your questions, including what it means to be a submissive wife while leading your home spiritually. We'll be exploring everything from preparing for marriage to understanding and navigating the subtleties of disrespect . Plus, learn how to trust God and manage challenges in your marriage with love and grace. So, grab your...

Prayer is an important aspect of our Christian walk. It is our time to come before our Holy God to share with Him our struggles and fears, to offer praise and worship, and to feel His awe inspiring presence in our lives. However, we all can struggle with things like; being consistent with our prayer time, worrying about how to pray effectively, or how do I keep my mind from wandering during prayer...

The world has its own view of love which in today’s times, seems to be more about loving self, rather than others. It can be more about lust than love and can come with a host of conditions and boundaries. But what does true love look like and how do we show this love to our husbands? Come sit with me today as we discover ways to demonstrate Christ-like love to our husbands and explore practical s...

Our tongue is one of the smaller parts of our body and yet, it can have a profound impact on our relationships, especially within marriage. It can either be our biggest problem or our greatest attribute. The choice is ours. Many of us are aware of this because we have seen first hand the effects our tongue has had on those we love. How our words can just as easily lift someone up, as they can tear...