I Do Every Day Archives

Death by Budget - I Do Every Day - February 4

Managing money is often perceived as a straightforward task, but it's actually driven by our hearts and motivations. By acknowledging the emotional...

Death by Budget - I Do Every Day - February 4

Cake Pops and Other Unhealthy Habits - I Do Every Day - February 3

Unhealthy habits in marriage can quickly escalate, leading to feelings of isolation and disconnection. By recognizing and addressing these...

Cake Pops and Other Unhealthy Habits - I Do Every Day - February 3

You Do Your Thing, I’ll Do Mine - I Do Every Day - February 2

Living together before marriage can create unspoken expectations and insecurities in relationships, but it's possible to navigate these challenges...

You Do Your Thing, I’ll Do Mine - I Do Every Day - February 2

At Work, I Look Hotter Than This - I Do Every Day - February 1

As a wife and mother, Janel Breitenstein reveals how her workplace provides an artificial haven where she can feel effective, successful, and...

At Work, I Look Hotter Than This - I Do Every Day - February 1

Fighting Skunks with Bacon - I Do Every Day - January 31

A family's energetic Australian cattle dog, Roux, gets into a messy encounter with a skunk, but unexpectedly finds herself surrounded by the scent...

Fighting Skunks with Bacon - I Do Every Day - January 31

When You’re Saying “Road Closed” - I Do Every Day - January 30

When a marriage becomes a "traffic-coned circus" of unmet needs and unresolved issues, it's time to re-examine the habits that keep us from finding...

When You’re Saying “Road Closed” - I Do Every Day - January 30

A Date with Reality - I Do Every Day - January 29

A cross-country move has forced a couple to reevaluate their priorities, leading them to an unexpected encounter with a widow who teaches them...

A Date with Reality - I Do Every Day - January 29

Ham Sandwich vs. Chicken Curry - I Do Every Day - January 28

A growing number of people struggle with the idea that giving is more blessed than receiving, despite Jesus' clear teachings on the matter. By...

Ham Sandwich vs. Chicken Curry - I Do Every Day - January 28

Gold Stars - I Do Every Day - January 27

A renowned author reflects on her past obsession with achieving "gold stars" - external validation and success - and how it hindered her marriage,...

Gold Stars - I Do Every Day - January 27

Of Nubs and Nuggets - I Do Every Day - January 26

A father reflects on the importance of showing love and grace in his marriage, using the analogy of a child's preference for a small fry nub over a...

Of Nubs and Nuggets - I Do Every Day - January 26

“I’m not sure I want children” - I Do Every Day - January 25

Once he has looked at himself and gone away, he has immediately forgotten what kind of person he was (James 1:24). Sometimes we lose our way,...

“I’m not sure I want children” - I Do Every Day - January 25

The “S” Word - I Do Every Day - January 24

Discover the surprising truth behind biblical submission in marriage, where God's call to equality and humility reveals that both partners are...

The “S” Word - I Do Every Day - January 24

The ‘Man’ in Manipulation - I Do Every Day - January 23

Why do you call Me, 'Lord, Lord,' and do not do what I say? (Luke 6:46). What contrary evidence could you provide if accused of being a "fake...

The ‘Man’ in Manipulation - I Do Every Day - January 23

Not a Marriage Counselor - I Do Every Day - January 22

When a marriage is struggling, it's easy to feel unequipped to help, but what if the right approach isn't about fixing problems, but connecting...

Not a Marriage Counselor - I Do Every Day - January 22

Watch Out for Bedbugs - I Do Every Day - January 21

As a couple, you may be more familiar with the threat of flying bugs than bedbugs, but these pesky insects can also infiltrate your intimate...

Watch Out for Bedbugs - I Do Every Day - January 21