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Simple Tips for Making Marriage Work

Everyone knows that a great marriage requires a lot of effort from both parties. But even a little work goes a long way. Consider these marriage tips to strengthen the bond between you and your partner.

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Ways to Show Love to Your Spouse

Whether your marriage is flying high or going through a rough patch, showing affection to your significant other is a great idea. From giving gifts to holding hands, here are some great tips to show love to your spouse.

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Getting Married Because of Pregnancy

Previous generations often saw couples get married because of pregnancy. But that is less common now. If you've found yourself unexpectedly pregnant, consider whether marriage is the correct choice for you and your baby.

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Things That Determine Your Chances of Divorce

A healthy marriage requires a lot of work, and unfortunately, nearly half of them don't work out in the end. While the following factors all increase your likelihood of divorce, they are not the final word.

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How Do You Measure a Church’s Success?

Small church pastors may look at megachurch audiences (and budgets) and get green with envy. But they must learn to be satisfied with modest church growth and take comfort in the good they bring the local community.

Category: Church

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Ready To Tie the Knot? Read These Tips Before You Propose

You only get one chance to ask someone to marry you, so nailing that proposal is paramount. Check out these tips on the whens and hows of making your proposal perfectly tuned to what your partner expects and deserves.

Category: Engagement

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Calling Off Your Wedding: What To Do and How To Cope

Canceling your wedding, for any reason, may seem like one of the most devastating and difficult things you can do. In this trying time, use your support system of close friends and family to get through.

Category: Society

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Eco-Friendly Wedding Gifts To Consider for Your Registry

These days, many people are environmentally conscious. If you and your fiance are seeking a lower carbon footprint from your wedding gifts, try these tips to ensure your guests bring sustainable and eco-friendly gifts. 

Category: Wedding Planning Society

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Talking About Tithing From the Pulpit

Pastor Dave Ramsey has recently suggested that church leaders refrain from asking their less financially stable congregants to tithe. What is the biblical origin of tithing, and is it still applicable in the modern era? 

Category: Church

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Is It Time to Pull the Catholic Church's Tax Exempt Status?

Churches receive tax-exempt status so they can serve their community with fewer financial restrictions. But with recent reports of rampant abuse in the Catholic Church, is it time to pull their tax-exempt status?

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