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When Three Isn’t a Crowd in Your Marriage | Marriage Dynamics Institute

MattFaith, Marriage Health, Uncategorized

Learning to Include God in Your Relationship You’ve probably heard it. Two’s company, and three’s a crowd. If someone says those words to you, you’ll probably get your feelings hurt. If you’re not up to snuff on idioms, it means if someone is having an A to B conversation, you can C your way out. In other words, they want …

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Don’t Give Up. Surrender.

Marriage Dynamics InstituteFaith, Uncategorized

You said divorce wasn’t an option. If you’re having second thoughts, consider this. Remember that old saying, “your word is your bond?” That’s not always true in relationships. Seems like it should be true in marriage, though. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Maybe it was yesterday, or maybe it was a long time ago, but the vows you shared …

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10 Things to Try if You Regret Getting Married

Marriage Dynamics InstituteContentment, Marriage Health, Uncategorized

Does this story sound familiar? You met the man or woman of your dreams. You went out for coffee or a meal and couldn’t believe how easy they were to talk to. The two of you began dating, and you felt so alive when you were with them. As time went on, you began to imagine what it would be …

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Work on Your Marriage Goals with an Accountability Partner

Marriage Dynamics InstituteGoals, Marriage Health, Uncategorized

How are you doing in your marriage? Every couple faces challenges, and may need outside help at times. One great idea is to take a reputable marriage course with a proven track record, which will equip you with practical strategies to keep your marriage healthy and strong. Another good strategy is finding a trustworthy accountability partner to walk alongside and …

Oneness in marriage - husband's hand over wife's hand

Lessons in Math and Marriage: How to Be Better Together

Melody MorrisMarriage Health, Selfishness, Uncategorized

When we marry, the Bible says that two become one. That oneness is one of the many beautiful blessings of marriage. Yet it is not always easy to maintain as we contend with our individual wants and needs…. Early spring in Chicago is usually quite chilly, especially when the wind is brisk. My husband and I had been married for …

Couple driving - self-driving marriage

Self-Driving Cars May Be the Future, But Self-Driving Marriages Don’t Exist

Marriage Dynamics InstituteMarriage Health, Uncategorized

Volkswagen is emerging as a leader in one of the newest innovations in driving. The auto manufacturer is paving the way for self-driving cars, which they think (if the idea gets far enough down the road) will hit the streets by 2021. The car won’t have any pedals or steering wheel inside, instead relying on cameras and sensors, radar and high-torque …

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Get Closer By Serving Together

Marriage Dynamics InstituteContentment, Quality Time, Uncategorized

How’s your serve? Kick your relationship up a notch by serving together. People devote untold amounts of energy to drawing closer together with their spouse. At MDI, we’ve developed entire courses to help you achieve this critical task. We do our best to keep you stocked with helpful tools and resources to stay on track in your marriage. It’s what we’re …

Couple reading Bible together - grow closer spiritually

Grow Closer Spiritually with These 6 Ideas

Marriage Dynamics InstituteFaith, Quality Time, Uncategorized

Want a happier, more fulfilling marriage? One route to greater intimacy in your relationship is to grow closer spiritually. Studies show that couples who share a steadfast devotion to their spiritual lives have happier marriages than those who don’t. While that sounds appealing, how does the couple who’s never been “religious,” or those who come from different backgrounds get started? …