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Tag: relationships

Who was Valentine? And how the grass is greener where you water it

February 14, 2022 MatthewRuttan

Who was Valentine, anyway? Why February 14th? And some advice for a stronger love.

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Guard Your Heart [Sermon]

January 3, 2022 MatthewRuttan

You’re less likely to get knocked off centre if you’re properly centred. One way to do that is to “guard your heart.” This sermon on Proverbs 4:20-27 is timely for a new year and explains the how and why.

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Nurturing friendships with other Christians—and with Jesus – a talk with John Vissers

November 30, 2021 MatthewRuttan

Friendship—with other Christians, and even with Jesus. That’s our topic in this talk with the Rev. Dr. John Vissers, principal of Knox College. We talk about the heighted importance of friendship today, the embrace of Jesus, trust, looking out for one another, the means of grace, the “second self,” and more.

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Keeping composure under strain – a talk with Christine O’Reilly

April 27, 2021 MatthewRuttan

In this podcast episode, I talk with Christine O’Reilly about keeping our composure under strain. She defines composure, discusses the fraying nature of our times, and offers suggestions to grow our capacity to maintain composure under strain.

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Mature people mature people [Sermon]

February 25, 2020 MatthewRuttan

In Part 3 of 4 in the “Mature” series I highlight 3 specific traits to look for in others who can serve as godly examples in our lives. God puts people in our lives to help us pilot our lives.

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Being steady for someone when times get tough [Podcast]

November 25, 2018 MatthewRuttan

Being a person of your word matters. In fact, we could argue that, regardless of ethnicity, language, financial situation or background, people value honesty. And

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How to Raise Kids You’ll Actually Like As Adults

November 13, 2018 MatthewRuttan

Maybe it seems unloving to suggest your children might grow into adults you don’t actually like. But it happens. Here are three helps for the journey.

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How to be less of a Jerk

November 24, 2017 MatthewRuttan

The title of this blog speaks for itself. Mostly. Read on to steer away from Jerkville and to find out what true friends are for.

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Something well-meaning couples do that can lead to divorce

October 12, 2017 MatthewRuttan

This one “tiny” habit can contaminate a marriage. It’s small, but it’s big. Here’s what it is and what to do about it.

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Why telling your kids you “fall” in (and out) of love can mess with their heads

May 30, 2017 MatthewRuttan

If you want your kids to think about love in a healthy way then this is for you. The words you use have a bigger impact than you think.

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Who Was Valentine? And Some Advice for a Stronger Love

February 13, 2016 MatthewRuttan

Who was Valentine, anyway? Did he secretly marry star-crossed lovers? Was he a priest? And what is some advice for a stronger love today?

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1 Surefire Way to Build Up Your Spouse In The Eyes of Your Kids

January 5, 2016 MatthewRuttan

If you’re married, you can do this. (But it’s so common-sensical that maybe you don’t do it.) Here’s the thing: We want the best for our

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Pornography (Don’t read this if you want to stay in the dark)

July 31, 2015 MatthewRuttan

I should warn you that this blog speaks of serious, difficult, and sex-related things. But I felt strongly I should write it. Why? Because the changing

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Why I Don’t Think You Have a “Soul Mate”

July 8, 2015 MatthewRuttan

It’s a strong idea: Each of us has a mate out there—a perfect mate. A match-made-in-heaven. A “soul mate.” Most people think of their “soul”

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If You’re Married, Do This

June 29, 2015 MatthewRuttan

Just because you both speak English doesn’t mean you speak the same language. Have you ever overhead a conversation where… Two people were simply on

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What To Do When Someone Judges You For No Good Reason

April 3, 2014 MatthewRuttan

Don’t sweat it. They’re not your judge. “Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever follows crooked ways will be exposed.” (Proverbs 10:9) Victory is tied

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