I have been a fan of Dr. Donald Joy for several years, and had the privilege of meeting him at a conference where my he and my husband were speaking. I had read his book on bonding and relationships, and the first chapter, “Who Is Holding Your Trampoline?” grabbed me and never let me go. The concept helped me understand and visualize what healthy relationships look like and how important accountability and support are, especially if a person has been in a crisis situation. Let me explain my take on the trampoline concept: Dr. Joy, a Continue Reading
November 15, 2008 By
Your husband’s admitted he’s homosexual. What now?
The Faces Behind the Issues Here in California, we’re in the middle of a huge and heartbreaking controversy over Proposition 8, the marriage amendment that essentially banned same-sex marriage in this state. Amidst all the political upheaval, people often forget the faces behind the issues: many of those faces belong to women who are trying to cope with the revelation that their husband is homosexual. And though the Christian worldview on homosexuality differs from that of our culture, it does not necessarily grant immunity from the issue Continue Reading
October 20, 2008 By
Hope Floats
Blessed be the Lord, For He has shown me his marvelous kindness in a strong city! For I said in my haste, ‘"I am cut off from before your eyes”; Nevertheless You heard the voice of my supplications When I cried to out to You. Oh, love the Lord, all you his saints! For the Lord preserves the faithful, And fully repays the proud person. Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart, All you who Continue Reading
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