tell it to move!
by an odj community member on April 11th, 2013 | 4 responses
Everywhere I look, there are people facing mountains. High, powerful mountains. Mountains that seem utterly impossible to move.
These immovable mountains are hurting the hearts of many. These mountains come in the form of financial problems for many. Debt so big with no way to overcome it. We do... read more »
you choose Q: I’ve fallen in love with an unbeliever . . . what should I do?
by an odj community member on March 11th, 2013 | 4 responses
Q: I’ve fallen in love with an unbeliever, but I know it’s wrong. What should I do? —Keliya
A: Keliya, your heart is obviously torn in two over this relationship. On one hand, you’re strongly drawn to a young man. This is understandable, for—as a human... read more »
i love you
by an odj community member on February 19th, 2013 | no responses
—copy and design submitted by Terry and Pat Lampel, US
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Valentine’s Day 2013
by an odj community member on February 11th, 2013 | one response
Let’s remember that Valentine’s Day is not just a time for a man & woman to celebrate a special relationship. Once we have given ourselves to Christ, we have begun a love relationship that lasts our lifetime, one that we can celebrate every single day!
—art and copy submitted by Terry and... read more »
opening up
by tom felten on February 7th, 2013 | 9 responses
Recently, my wife and I had the privilege of speaking on the topic of Loving One Another at a marriage retreat. Attendees included couples of all ages—those who had been married just a year to a “golden” duo who had spent 50 years together. That couple, Joe and Arlene, blessed the younger... read more »
after the honeymoon
by pohfangchia on December 30th, 2012 | 2 responses
The honeymoon is over. Life is settling back to routine—a new one. Now you have a partner to live with. It’s no longer just about your preferences and habits. You need to learn to tango with him or her in a new paradigm. That’s where we start stepping on each other’s toes. And that’s where... read more »
man and woman
by tom felten on December 8th, 2012 | 15 responses
Ah, December . . . shimmering, white snow caressing the ground—and streets. But in time, traffic and dirt will alter the roadside snow, resulting in a sullied state.
Marriage is facing a similar plight. As some people call for same-sex unions, they use compelling arguments based in a progressivist... read more »
sacred flames
by tom felten on October 28th, 2012 | no responses
In November 2011, Mike and Nancy Rogers were married as the lodge in which they were supposed to be wed burned to the ground behind them. The blaze destroyed the beautiful building—including a kitchen, conference center, pool, and guesthouses—as the wedding party retreated to another building... read more »
a time to speak
by Tim Gustafson on October 14th, 2012 | no responses
I just don’t know what you want,” he said in exasperation. “Well, if you don’t know after all these years, I guess you never will!” she replied bitterly. “If I do something, you question my motives,” he responded defensively. “If I don’t do anything, you blame me for not trying.”... read more »
you choose Q: what about being married to a nonbeliever?
by an odj community member on September 12th, 2012 | 4 responses
Q: I would like to get more information on being married to a nonbeliever. —Mary
A: If you are asking if it is permissible for a Christian to marry a nonbeliever, then the answer is no. The Bible makes it clear that our marriage partner must be a believer in Jesus (2 Corinthians... read more »














