Identity: You Were Designed by God I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth, your eyes saw my…
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Securely Attached
How well couples fare depends greatly on the security of their attachment. According to Dr. Susan Johnson, the bottom line for both men and women is the answer to the question, “Will you be there when I need you?“ Throughout life, both men and women need someone who is accessible (will you be there) and…
Read MoreHappy Couples
The following is a summary of marriage research conducted by Dr. John Gottman. Read more about Dr. Gottman’s work in The Relationship Cure. Happy couples respond positively to one another. Partners continually make “bids” for each other’s attention, closeness, and reassurance through comments, questions, and/or gestures. In successful marriages, spouses responded positively to these bids…
Read MorePremarital Counseling: A biblically-sound, research-based approach
At OC Christian Couples, we believe that old adage that “an ounce of prevention equals a pound of cure.” In other words, it’s best to seek counsel early and learn how to create or enhance and maintain a loving, safe, and happy relationship — not only after the wedding, but from this day forward! This…
Read MoreAnd they lived happily ever after . . .
At least that’s what both men and women hope for when they marry. All truth is God’s truth. The Bible is God’s special revelation to us. General revelations are available to anyone who cares to notice what happens in the world. Marriage researcher Dr. John Gottman has been studying couple relationships for more than 20…
Read MoreThe First Marriage
The Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.” … So the Lord God caused the man to fall into a deep sleep; and while he was sleeping, he took one of the man’s ribs and closed up the place with flesh….
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OC Christian Couples provides Marriage Education classes and seminars to the Christian community. Dr. Smith offers couples counseling and is available to speak to churches and community groups on the following topics: How to Tell If You’ve Found Your Soul Mate (Dating 101) Understanding Your Gender Differences The Role of Emotions in Intimate Relationships Keys…
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