Back in the earlier days of our marriage, my husband used to be a big score-keeper. How could he not? He grew up seeing it in action in his own home. So because of that… … Wayne was programmed to keep track of whose turn it was to change a diaper. … He knew the last person to empty the…
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When you’re not sure who you really are
When the world says who you are isn’t good enough… When others remind you that you don’t have what it takes… When the Enemy brings to mind your failures and indiscretions… God boldly reminds you of who you really are… and how your imperfect life can glorify Him. And if you’ll believe that truth, it will begin to untangle all…
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Untangled Radio: 3 ways we feel insecure in marriage
Hallmark cards for husbands and wives are so sappy. If we were to define marriage based on what they said, we’d think it was always wonderful… always fulfilling… always loving. Um, right. Marriage can be flavored with all those things. But it also has its fair share of hurt feelings, pain, and frustration. That’s just reality. Because like everything else…
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What to do when others think you’re too messy
Are you tired of being told you’re too much. That you’re too messy or too high-maintenance? That you just need to “get over it”? Well friend, your neediness doesn’t frustrate or overwhelm God. You don’t wear Him out. And He will never grow tired of hearing about the insecurities that are tangling you up. Why not talk to Him about…
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Untangled Radio: When words bruise your heart
Words are so powerful because they carry an assignment. All of them. Every single one. Think about it. Gracious words can lift you up when you’re feeling insignificant. They can blow life into a weary heart that feels forgotten. And they can affirm your efforts when you put yourself out there, trying something new. But words can also knock you…
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What to do when others to try fix you
Because you hold great worth in the eyes of those who love you, they sometimes try to mend your black and blue heart themselves with sweet affirmations, quality time, and thoughtful gifts. They want to rewrite those “you’re not good enough” messages that tangle you up with reminders that you deeply matter to them. And when their best efforts can’t…
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