Every year, in the Tour de France, thousands ride their bikes over 2000 miles through the French landscape. During the 23 days of the race, they climb mountains, and struggle against the elements…with only 2 days’ rest. Years of training develops physical endurance to help them finish the race. But the value of endurance isn’t just physical; it also applies to your marriage. The ability to persevere through...
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In its first week out, Disney’s “Finding Nemo” broke all sorts of box office records. It quickly became one of the highest grossing animation films of all times. In the movie, Nemo swims out a bit too far and gets lost. His dad Marlin is determined to find his long lost son—no matter what it took. Kids applaud when Marlin finally finds the wayward Nemo. For whatever reason, maybe you haven’t seen or spoken to...
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You had aspirations of doing and being something in your life. But, now your dream just isn’t possible. Maybe an accident or illness took your dreams away. Maybe a divorce or financial problems killed your dream. Every day, people are forced to make a choice…hang on to a dead dream, or reach for a new one. The end of one dream could be the beginning of a new one…something even greater than you ever thought...
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Before you get caught up in barbecues and picnics, stop to reflect on the true reason for Memorial Day—to honor the defenders of our American freedom. Many military families received the dreaded knock on the door this year as they learned their loved one died in battle. Let’s remember to honor our service men and women as well as their families. Listen to these words from World War II General Douglas McArthur. "It...
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Who or what are you living for? I’m Mark Merrill with today’s Family Minute. Just as the earth revolves around the sun and keeps a constant orbit as a result of the gravitational pull of the sun, your life will revolve around what you depend on for happiness. The gravitational pull of the source of your happiness will be so strong that it will influence everything else you do, including what kind of father you’ll...
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What is your message? I’m Mark Merrill with today’s Family Minute. Our message is what we have to share with others. Know your message. It is often born out of what gives us pain. We all experience pain. The question is, “What will I do with pain?” “Will it make me more focused on myself or on others?” In my new book, All Pro Dad, I share how pain can be a “relational bonding agent.” The pain you’ve experienced...
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Have you ever seen the Washington Monument? I’m Mark Merrill with today’s Family Minute. Why was it built? So that you and I would remember something important. In my new book, All Pro Dad, I share how we dads need to have a method to build “memorable monuments” in our kids’ lives. These things you do with and for your child that create lasting, loving memories. For example, when my kids were growing up, I took...
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