Jill: We’re often asked what the top books are that we read for our marriage. To be honest, initially I was the reader in the relationship. I would summarize to Mark what I’d read. In fact, I actually wrote my Is There Really Sex After Kids book that...
I’m a reader. Of course, I love to read a good fiction book, but even more than that, I love to read books that challenge my thinking and change my perspective. I’ve been thinking about how books have been my mentors over the years. They have affected my...
Mark: Our emotions are important–God gave them to us. However they don’t always tell us the truth. Jill: Emotions can be like waves that toss us to and fro…that’s why we need the anchor of Jesus Christ to give us a peace that passes...
Mark: The year was 1982. The month was November. It was a late Saturday night, or probably more like the wee hours of Sunday morning, when I got a phone call from a friend who was heartbroken and had obviously had too much to drink. “Savage, she broke up with me. You...
Mark: Most of us have lists in our head. Things to do. Projects to finish. People to call. I admit that my lists are probably shorter than Jill’s lists…but I have several lists nonetheless. Jill: I have lists galore. There’s my yard work list. My...
It was August. It was the first time I met this sweet girl who I’d prayed for and written to for nearly 10 years. This video captured my heart so well when I had the chance to meet Theresia in Tanzania! (If you have trouble launching the video, you can also...
Mark: Are you looking for something unique to do as a couple? What about something to do with your kids or grandkids this summer? Something that would strengthen their communication skills, teach them about another part of the world, and build generosity in their...
The nurse walked into my room and said, “Jill it’s time to go. You’ll need to leave your glasses here.” Mark prayed for me, gave me a kiss and then waved as the nurse wheeled me out of my room towards my lumpectomy surgery. Without my glasses I...
My Uncle Junior was a very handsome man. Born Ezra, Jr. Fleener on February 29, 1924, he was called “Junior” from birth. With a talent in woodworking, his furniture now has a prominent place in the homes of each member of my immediate family. While academics were...
Mark: It all started with a conversation at small group last week. Jill and I were sharing about the 8 God-Tools we talk about in our No More Perfect Marriages book. It was when we got to the God-Tool of acceptance that it struck her. Jill: We had talked earlier...
