Tag: Matt Jacobson

Are You a Single Christian Man? Should You Be Faithful to Your Wife Before You Meet Her?

When discipling single men, eventually I ask, “Are you faithful to your wife?” They look quizzically at me and explain, “But, I”m not married.” “So, it’s okay to be unfaithful to your wife before you meet her?” “Well, I’m not sleeping around.” “So, that’s the standard? No sex before marriage? What about all the stuff…
Encouragement for The Worn Out Mom . . . & How Men can Be a Blessing to Their Wives

Motherhood is beautiful . . . it’s also the hardest job in the world! And, while rewarding at times, it’s an endeavor designed to make even the most devoted, intelligent, hardworking, committed, efficient mom bone tired . . . so tired that as soon as she gets up from a nap, she could go right…
How to Never Allow a Root of Bitterness to Grow in Your Heart

No one plans on being bitter but, if we’re not careful, we can find ourselves dwelling on thoughts that lead us down that destructive path. Have you been tempted to “go there”? Are you there right now – bitter at your spouse, your kids, friends . . . Life . . . bitter against God?…
When Should You Have Kids? How Many Should You Have?

It’s easy for Christians to ignore what Jesus said about “little” children. Check and you’ll see he was talking about infants – babies. He was saying, “Let the babies come unto me.” Only one problem . . . babies can’t walk. Babies don’t make decisions to come and go. Babies need to be carried. “Don’t…
Why More Sex with Your Wife Will Never Solve Your Porn Problem

Many wives feel they must be inadequate or are doing something wrong in bed because despite making themselves available to their husbands he keeps struggling with porn/wandering eyes/lustful thoughts/sexual discontent . . . etc., etc. It’s not just discouraging. It’s demoralizing and destructive, robbing the joy and sapping the life right out of marriage. Maybe…
The Proverbs 31 Woman is Hard to Find . . . but not as hard as The Proverbs 31 Man!

She’s strong, enterprising, capable, an excellent manager, savvy-in-business, and is a deeply loving wife, looking after the needs of her family. Everything she does makes people honor her husband. She is The Proverbs 31 Woman. Are you married to one of those? If not, don’t tell yourself something’s wrong with your wife. Search for the…
A Little Impatience in Marriage Won’t Hurt Anything, Will It?

Do you ever struggle with being impatient – with your kids, your husband, or others? It’s pretty common among many of us, isn’t it? And, the truth is, we’re fairly comfortable with our impatience. It’s not our best quality but, it’s not like we’re not willing to admit it. “I am not a patient person,”…
Valentine’s Day – Love, Romance Her 1 Day a Year . . . What About the Other 364?

Many Christians have marriages that give off the same vibe as a soviet-era housing project – functional but unfeeling and a little (a lot!) drab. Nobody wants to live there but, what can you do? And, is it okay that the guy preaching on Sunday morning has a marriage that nobody wants? No wonder romance…
How to Love Your Kids Best . . . Do The HARD WORK of Training!

Having children can be very rewarding but, as every parent knows, parenthood is tough. And, being a good parent is even harder because after the wonder of birth and cooing at the newborn, what you have is an infinitely valuable and important endeavor that requires nothing less than dying to yourself. And we hate that,…
How to Triumph Over Fear and Find Peace, Every Time!

Does fear play a big role in your life? Do you ever have anxiety about what you may be facing or what is happening in the world? Does fear ever grip your heart, sending panic through your chest that feels like a shard of glass? There are many things in this life that engender fear.…
Matt & Lisa Answer Listener Questions on Intimacy and 7 Other Marriage Topics

People often write us with questions. This week on the podcast, Lisa and I are answering 8 marriage questions sent in from listeners – they’re listed, below. Do any of these apply to you, your spouse, and your marriage? Questions: What has been your secret to solving arguments in your own marriage? Is there a…
How to Release Your Kids From the Bondage of Feeling Entitled

Entitled – it’s one of the most accurate words to describe the current generation of children right on up to the 30-somethings hanging out in their parent’s basements. Society has worked hard to disseminate the message: You Are Owed. And the kids have learned well! Yet, any time spent with an entitled child that can…