Ron's Blog
Ron Hitchcock provides periodic thoughts on marriage and topics related to Life In Motion Relationship Resources.
What Is Your Identity and Purpose In Life and Marriage?
Identity – Every believer has been transformed into the image of Jesus. The theological word is: incarnational – You are his feet, hands, mouth (words) and love reaching out to your spouse, family, friends, coworkers and world. Purpose of every woman - The primary...
What Is A Wife’s Greatest Need?
I recently read a devotional from Marriage Today. The devotion identified the three greatest needs of a wife. 1) Financial Security - A husband needs to make his wife feel safe and that he will always provide for her needs. 2) Nonsexual Touch/Affection - A husband...
Does Your Relationship Model Sacrifical Love?
Couples who answer "yes", to these questions will have a solid foundation of sacrificial love between them. 1. Do you encourage your spouse to spend time with his/her family or friends? 2. Do you encourage and show support for your spouse's dreams and goals? 3. Do you...
Do You Know How To Rebuild Trust In A Relationship?
The acronym “TRUST” provides a pathway to restore trust in relationships. T - Turn away from self-centered behaviors R - Responsibility - fulfilling commitments. U -Understanding toward offended person. S - Seek out godly counsel. T - Truthfulness and disclosure...
Do You Have What It Takes to Resolve Conflicts In Your Relationship?
1. Focus on solutions rather than problems. 2. Focus on the person rather than his/her emotions. 3. Getting your point across in a respectful way. 4. Use Active Listening - repeating back what the other person said, I hear you saying... 5. Stay on the subject: Avoid...
Changing the Cultural Ideals Toward Marriage
In my experience as a pastor, I have found that many people find themselves unprepared to love someone sacrificially because of the negative effects of divorce or abandonment on modern family life. The formation of a shared identity is difficult when someone’s...