Relationships
When Life Careens: Love Child Locates Bio-Dad. A former girlfriend phoned, saying, “You have a 27-year-old daughter…She’d like to know if it’s okay to contact you.” Gary’s life was about to take a wild turn through painful introspection and sweet reconciliation. In the process, he discovered that he needed his long-lost daughter as much as she needed him. (Short op-ed by Rusty Wright and Meg Korpi)
Dynamic Sex: Unlocking the Secret to Love. Still searching for the secret of love? Missing the deep satisfaction you both want? To enjoy love and sex to the fullest, consider the total person – physical, psychological and spiritual. (Magazine article.)
Safe Sex? How safe is “safe sex”? Does “condom sense” make common sense? Reprinted from the medical journal Connecticut Medicine.
Is Casual Sex Losing its Zing? Hot news from CNN: Some university students are giving up casual sexual activity because they feel it’s not fulfilling. What’s going on here? (Short op-ed)
Cool Stuff About Love and Sex. “Psst! Hey, kids. Want to read some cool stuff about love and sex that you might never hear from your folks?” “Hey, parents. Want to learn how to communicate with your kids about these important topics? Read on!” (Probe radio transcript.)
Valentine’s Day brings back that lovin’ feeling. A fun and humorous look at love and relationships. (Short op-ed)
Valentine, How Do I Love Thee? More fun – and funny – stories about love and communication. (Short op-ed)
Romantic Hyperbole. “Who, me? Stretch the truth in a relationship? Nah. Never happens!” A humorous look at honesty in love, for everyone who ever was tempted to fudge the truth just a little in romance. (Short op-ed)
Is Anyone Listening? Ever feel like you’re talking to a brick wall? Conversation has been defined as “a vocal competition in which the one who is catching his breath is called the listener.” A fun look at listening’s merits. (Short op-ed)
Marital Strife and Your Health. Being married can mean better health, but being happily married seems to matter most, says current research. Learn to fight fair. (Short op-ed)
Divorce and You: How can you cope with divorce if it comes your way? How can you help a friend who is going through it? What about divorce and the ministry? Practical – and personal – thoughts on this important issue. (Probe radio series transcript.)
Starting Over: Facing the Future After Significant Loss. When a fulfilling relationship turns to ashes, or your cherished job is torpedoed, or your health falters, or you lose a loved one, or all of the above or more… how do you cope? Practical tips for landing on your feet and continuing life’s race. (Magazine article.)
Courageous Movie Portrays a Different Kind of Courage. Courageous is a fast-paced police drama with heart-pounding action and a spine-tingling surprise in the first three minutes. Good-natured banter and comic mishaps had us laughing, but the movie quickly reveals an introspective side that portends a human drama that challenges norms and will get you thinking. (Short op-ed by Meg Korpi and Rusty Wright)