Category Archives: Single’s ministry

Prescription for great relationships

Posted on February 14, 2013 by

  This one is for married couples and for singles who are looking for true love. I often tell people that it takes work for marriage to work. It’s one thing to be in love and another to love someone … Continue reading →

Posted in Marriage, Relationships, Dating, Decision making, Love, Choosing a mate, Singles, Single's ministry, Valentines Day | Leave a comment

Hurt by a broken relationship

Posted on November 12, 2012 by

If you’ve been hurt by a past relationship, I encourage you to learn from your experience. Take inventory with the help of a wise friend or counselor who can offer godly perspective. Make changes in your life that will help you … Continue reading →

Posted in Marriage, Broken Relationships, Suffering, Discouragement, Forgiveness, Dating, Trials, Discernment, Love, Pain, Divorce and Remarriage, Marital Separation, Choosing a mate, Counseling, Enabling, Wisdom, Emotions, Divorce, Difficult people, Loss, Singles, Confrontation, Single's ministry | 1 Comment

Can you love without getting hurt?

Posted on October 7, 2012 by

A Scottish rock band from the 70’s connected with a lot of people with these words: “Love hurts, love scars, Love wounds, and marks, Any heart, not tough, Or strong, enough To take a lot of pain, Take a lot … Continue reading →

Posted in Marriage, Broken Relationships, Dating, God, Discernment, God's Heart, Love, Divorce and Remarriage, Marital Separation, Communication, Choosing a mate, Selfishness, Divorce, Accountability, Loss, Singles, Single's ministry | 1 Comment

Is there a catch-22 in love?

Posted on July 12, 2012 by

Many singles feel like they’re in a kind of catch 22. If they attend Church, they’re likely surrounded by a culture of marriage and family. This has its own set of challenges but singles also battle other issues. They often feel … Continue reading →

Posted in Marriage, Broken Relationships, Relationships, Dating, Anxiety, Love, Encouragement, Pain, Divorce and Remarriage, Marital Separation, Choosing a mate, Counseling, Wisdom, Divorce, Loss, Love Wins, Singles, Single's ministry | 1 Comment

Campus Ministry Resources

Posted on June 17, 2012 by

For more than 27 years, my pastoral ministry has been in a University town. I love interaction with students and faculty! But those who follow Christ in a university context face some significant challenges. This is why I am always looking for … Continue reading →

Posted in Atheism, Worldview, college, Apologetics, Culture, Atheists, Singles, Christian worldview, Single's ministry, University students, Campus ministry | Leave a comment

6 Links worth seeing

Posted on June 14, 2012 by

Polygamy in the Bible: A sordid tale Something similar happens when it comes to the Bible and polygamy. Sure, the narrators never pause to say, “Oh by the way, please, don’t be a polygamist.” But why should they? The stories … Continue reading →

Posted in Marriage, Dating, Parenting teens, Parenting, Teenagers, Homosexuality, Homosexual lifestyle, Family life, Choosing a mate, Wisdom, Singles, Mothers, Single's ministry, Links to see, Same-sex | Leave a comment

Infatuation vs. Genuine falling in love

Posted on February 26, 2012 by

“Infatuation has been defined as an emotional response to false impressions or mere externals of another that have been overvalued or lusted after. By contrast, genuine falling in love is a spiritual, mental, emotional and physical response to the actual … Continue reading →

Posted in Marriage, Relationships, Dating, Decision making, Lust, Love, Divorce and Remarriage, Engagement, Choosing a mate, Counseling, Divorce, Wedding, Quote of the day, Singles, Single's ministry | Leave a comment

Sex and marriage

Posted on February 2, 2012 by

Do you wish you had more sex in your marriage? Does my question seem a little forward? Hear me out before reaching wrong conclusions. A number of years ago, I asked the same question at a large gathering of men … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized, Marriage, Relationships, Sexuality, Anger, Passion, Sexual temptations, Wives, Pornography, Love, Sex, Divorce and Remarriage, Equal Rights, Women, Engagement, Should I get married?, Counseling, Divorce, Wedding, Ministry to young singles, Single's ministry | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

Ten guidelines for ministry to 18-29 year olds

Posted on August 25, 2011 by

  Why would large groups of young people who have been force-fed large doses of tolerance want to listen to preachers like Mark Driscoll? Is it his raspy voice, black skateboarder’s jacket and white T-shirt? Or, Is it his “no-nonsense, in-your-face, I’ll … Continue reading →

Posted in Church Leadership, Emerging Leaders, Mark Driscoll, Ministry to young singles, Single's ministry, Uncategorized, University students, Worldview, Younger Evangelicals | 2 Comments