Crosswalk Couples Devotional

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.

God's plan foryour marriageis, with each passing year, to grow deeper in love with each other. So that when grievous times come, your selfless love will stand the test of time.

When betrayal strikes a marriage, what comes next? Here’s how God meets you in the pain and offers a path forward—whether through reconciliation or release.

Facing infertility can be a heart-wrenching experience for couples, but with the right support and love from each other and God, it is possible to find comfort and healing. By being a source of emotional support, listening ears, and loving care, husbands can help their wives navigate this difficult time and explore options like adoption that can bring joy and fulfillment to their family.

When you think about marriage, what matters most is love – love for Jesus and each other. If the marriage is built on this foundation, it will be ready to withstand anything the world throws at it.