The Hindrance of a Hint
by Carolyn McCulley

Kerry has a new friend in her church. He has been e-mailing her quite a bit about various topics, has included her in group activities that he's planned, and he's given her a book that she once mentioned she'd like to read.

He's been attentive but, until recently, she wasn't sur... Read More

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Humility That Attracts and Encourages
by Carolyn McCulley

Here's a frequent conversation that I've been having over the last two years. Sitting across from me will be an attractive man, anywhere from 18 to 35. He is usually well-regarded by his pastor, communicates clearly, holds a good job, and leads a small group or other ministry team. In other words, not the kind of man I would thi... Read More

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A Year to Love
by Suzanne Hadley

I tied a final knot on one of the 40 Wordless Book bead bracelets I had made for my students and slipped one over my own wrist. I smiled, thinking of the many times I'd worn the bracelet since I was 14 and began teaching children. Its simple gospel message still thrilled me.

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Thinking About Marriage
by Candice Watters

Is it possible to think about marriage too much? In the midst of a series of articles I wrote about dating and marriage, I started getting the impression that some readers believe that those who think about marriage at all think about it too much.

A common argument agai... Read More

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Caution and Courage
by Candice Watters

Growing up I hardly knew anyone affected by divorce. It probably had a lot to do with where I went to school, but for whatever reason, I was sheltered.

No longer. Recently, I've witnessed the breakup of several marriages, including those of my best childhood friend, my best adulthood... Read More

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