I had the opportunity to meet Darlene Schacht last month while in Dallas hosting Faithlife‘s women in ministry summit. During dinner, everyone at our table shared their stories—and let me tell you, Darlene has an incredible story! I’m so thankful for writers like Darlene, who so bravely share their raw, honest stories. I can only…
This week we celebrate the one year anniversary of Nitty Gritty Love! Over the past year we’ve published 154 blog posts—here are our ten most popular posts: 1. 3 Reasons to Stop Asking Couples When They’ll Have Babies 2. 10 Powerful Marriage Quotes 3. 5 Ways to Build Up Your Husband 4. A Letter to…
When I think of some of the most influential Christian authors, Beth Moore is definitely at the top of the list. In fact, the first Bible study I ever did was by Beth Moore. Her devotionals and Bible studies have made a huge impact on my own walk with God, and they’re great for women…
Over the past couple years, I’ve come to realize that when I’m spending time with God each day, studying his word, and growing closer to him, I in turn treat my husband better. I more readily give him grace, I have a more cheerful and understanding attitude, and I have an easier time letting the…
Marriage isn’t easy, of course you know that. But I’ve been realizing over the past couple of months that there’s one word relating to marriage that isn’t as often associated with marriage as forgiveness, or selflessness, or other important virtues—that word is intentionality! Marriage takes hard work and improvement. Yes, a lot of that takes…
Growing in God’s Word together is one of the best things you can do to strengthen your marriage. However, sometimes it can be overwhelming when you don’t know where to start. Luckily there are so many resources out there that walk you through the process. Before we got married, Kyle and I went through Love &…
We’ve decided it’s time for our first monthly giveaway! One lucky wife (or wife-to-be) will win copies of The Fruitful Wife by Hayley DiMarco, The Meaning of Marriage by Tim Keller and Kathy Keller, 30 Days to a Happy Husband by Arlene Pellicane, Real Marriage by Mark Driscoll and Grace Driscoll, and Men Are Like…