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What Is Emotional and Verbal Abuse?

By Leslie Vernick | October 7, 2026 |

Morning Friends, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Every year, I want to use this month to help bring some of what happens behind closed doors into the light. Here are some key stats: About 1 in 3 women who are murdered in the U.S. are killed by a husband, boyfriend, or former partner. For men who are murdered, it…

Spiritual Manipulation vs. Discernment: How Can I Discern What is True and Right For Myself?

By Diana Bala | September 16, 2026 |

Hello Dear Friends, September is the season of transition. We’re closing out summer, settling into a new rhythm, and beginning to look toward the final months of the year. And I think it’s a perfect time to prepare not just our calendars, but our hearts for what’s ahead. Fall can be a natural reset point. It gives us an opportunity…

Navigating the Tide of Public Scrutiny: Tips for Handling Family Secrets

By LeAnne Parsons | February 4, 2026 |

Beloved readers, February has a way of surfacing what January often tries to outrun. The newness has worn thin. The resolve is still there, but it’s quieter now, more honest. And this week’s question lands right in that space. This Week’s Question: What do we do when family secrets become public and bring shame to our family? LeAnne’s Response: Here’s…

Reconnecting After 30 Years: Steps to Rekindle Romance in Your Marriage

By LeAnne Parsons | September 3, 2025 |

Greetings friends and welcome to a sacred September, How are you? Yes, you? I see you, and I am honored to know you here in this space. The week of this writing, I’m packing my bags with layers, scarves, and just enough healthy hope to meet the unexpected. This Alaskan cruise isn’t unfolding the way I once imagined. I have…

How Do I Stay Healthy in a Toxic Marriage?

By Leslie Vernick | August 28, 2024 |

Morning friend, The weather is changing here in Prescott and I’m enjoying the cooler mornings and hikes. I’ve been on a trail near my home and the Lord has been teaching me so much just by listening to him through nature. I’ll attach a short video of something that may encourage you. Today’s Question: Hi, my husband no longer follows…

I Feel Trapped and I Don’t Know What To Do

By Susan King | October 11, 2023 |

Hello LV&Co Friends! I pray you are well! The end of the year is quickly approaching. Time moves speedily in adulthood, does it not? Soon we will be thinking about goals for the new year. How are you doing with those goals you set for yourself 9+ months ago? I have been training toward being more diligent in my life.…

Relationship Truth: Unfiltered

By Leslie Vernick | June 8, 2022 |

I am so excited to announce the launch of my brand new podcast, “Relationship Truth: Unfiltered!” And I want YOU to be among its first listeners.  If you know me you know this isn’t the same “how to have a happy marriage” stuff you’ve heard so many times before. This is real, biblical advice you can actually put into practice…

When Is Marital Counseling Not A Good Idea?

By Leslie Vernick | September 15, 2021 |

Morning friend, I’m heading out to the American Association of Christian Counselors conference in Orlando. I’d appreciate your prayers as I travel and speak. I’m feeling a little worn out from the last month and need some extra prayers to stay healthy and strong.  Today’s question: My pastor keeps pressuring me to try marriage counseling again. I’ve been separated for…

My Husband’s Wonderful And Toxic. What Do I Do?

By Leslie Vernick | June 10, 2020 |

Morning friends, Our nation is in turmoil. We are grieving, scared, and not sure what the outcome will be. Some of that will depend on our next steps forward. I wrote this essay in response to the George Floyd murder and invite you to read it. Click here to view the post.  Question: I’m married to a wonderful man who…