Crosswalk Couples Devotional

Make no mistake—there is a spiritual battle going on, waging war against intimacy in marriage. The enemy knows that if he can diminish the closeness God designed, division will eventually build a chasm far and wide.

You and your spouse will notice that the more you soak in God's Word and spend time with Him, the more joyful you will feel. Problems won't feel as monumental anymore because you know God is with you. By involving God in your life through prayer and active Bible reading, you and your spouse will also learn how to work through problems biblically.

More often than not, fear tells us it’s better to stay stuffed and closed than risk your pride.

Pride can sneak up on our marriage when we’re least expecting it and catch us unprepared.

There are issues in marriage that sometimes seem insurmountable, and we are at a loss for words. The “fixer” in us wants to smooth things over and make things better, but deep in our hearts, we know there’s only One who can move mountains.

With biblical resources and godly mentors, you and your spouse can find a path toward victory over the grip of pornography. Pray as you've never prayed before. God sees. He knows. And He's ready to help you win this battle.

Realize that your trial may not be about you. God may take you through losses to set your affections on things above and to help your children realize that your contentment is in your eternal home––rather than on the things of earth. When faced with setbacks, let it be said of you that losing it all isn't losing at all.

God can use anyone and anything (at any given time) to accomplish what He wants in our lives.

Work may be necessary, but it should never cost your covenant. Here’s how to recognize the warning signs—and what Scripture says to do next.

Beneath every holiday gathering is a chance to understand your spouse—and their family—in new ways. Discover how thoughtful questions and prayerful listening can open that door.

I can think of many areas of faith where my husband has more wisdom than I do, and I cherish his guidance. But if he were to share it with pride, I wouldn’t be open to receiving it. Only through a spirit of gentleness and respect are people able to have fruitful discussions about things they disagree on. And this goes for marriage as well.

Can you imagine how the Christmas story might have been written if Mary and Joseph didn't have the capacity to hope?

Remember, your speech should weave together wisdom and compassion, making you a beacon of hope to your husband—in a world where he desperately needs hope. How you speak to your husband reveals your heart and has the power to uplift, encourage, and inspire him.

Unlike football, it’s not good to keep score in marriage.