Category Archives: relationships

Change is a Powerful Thing

Posted on July 29, 2021 by jmccolgin

This whole experience has been a mixed blessing for our marriage. The move itself was trying and I know we frustrated each other with our different styles and approaches to the project. But far more important is the blessing that we are now experiencing as we explore and discover the new area in which we live. Continue reading →

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Fighting Fair – Tip 5 Look to the Heart of Your Spouse

Posted on October 30, 2020 by jmccolgin
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Develop Super Powers for Your Marriage

Posted on September 30, 2020 by jmccolgin

Superman has nothing on you. Learn how to develop super powers within your marriage to achieve the vision God has for your relationship. Continue reading →

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Anniversary? Yeah, we Forgot…

Posted on August 13, 2020 by jmccolgin

then suddenly I began to think. “What’s today’s date, by the way?” Someone at the table calmly announced that it was August 7th. At that moment, both Tara’s and my eyes opened wide, we looked at each other and began laughing. Everyone wondered why, until they heard us say to each other “Happy Anniversary!” Continue reading →

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Going Through a Lull?

Posted on August 1, 2019 by jmccolgin

I had an interesting conversation with an old colleague yesterday that I hadn’t seen in years. We talked business for a while, then I shared with him about my new focus on marriage and coaching couples to have better relationships. … Continue reading →

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Complacency is the Enemy

Posted on February 6, 2019 by jmccolgin

Don’t settle for “fine”. Fight complacency! Evolve your relationship into a truly Shocking Marriage! Continue reading →

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Marriage Resolutions 2019

Posted on January 11, 2019 by jmccolgin

None of us should be complacent with where we are in our marriages. No matter where you are in your relationship, there is always room for improvement. Don’t stress about transformation that needs to take place overnight, take the long view. Continue reading →

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Mixing God and Sex?

Posted on November 28, 2018 by jmccolgin

Spiritual intimacy and sexual intimacy need not reside in separate compartments, they beautifully meld together if we just allow them to. Continue reading →

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Thankful for my wife

Posted on November 20, 2018 by jmccolgin

During this season which we’ve just endured, I’ve both prayed with my wife and for my wife. And I know that she has done the same for me. It’s hard to imagine feeling any closer to her than I do right now. Continue reading →

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Confidence over Comfort

Posted on October 30, 2018 by jmccolgin

While we want to be comfortable around our spouse, it’s important to realize that it is a fine line between comfort and complacency. Continue reading →

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