Courage in the Midst of Failure: Turn a Test Into a Testimony

A nobleman has to be of noble descent. His nobility comes from his birth, not his achievements. Rather than seeking affirmation, approval, and confirmation from other men, I must know who I am as reconciled to God in Christ Jesus. Who am I in Christ?

With the approach of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's, families large and small will gather, schedules will be planned, and expectations will be raised. All of this can add stress to an already overwhelming sense of busyness.

Affections, for the Lord and for your spouse, are an integral part of the marriage relationship and they can provide a lot of stimulus for intimacy—until something goes wrong. When something tests the marriage, reliance on feelings can cause us to question whether we are "right" for each other.

The Courageous Conversation – a strategy to follow for any pressing issue. Helping husbands to exchange normal leadership for noble leadership and enabling wives to feel truly understood and loved are Chris and Anne Hogan's special calling.