As a military pilot, Matt Holcomb’s job has taken his family across the country and him around the world. With the constant moving, he and his wife, Ariel, used the truths in resources from the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute to ground their marriage and their parenting in the Word of God. In 2021 their time in the military came to an end after almost 15 fantastic years.
Now they are slowly transitioning back to civilian life and plan to settle in West Texas with their two adopted children, Finn and Hazel Grace. As homeschooling parents, Matt and Ariel seek to apply the wisdom they’ve learned through the years so their children will know Christ and make Him known.
Stressful times and disagreements can make it hard to honor the Lord in front of our children. In this video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb explain that we don’t have to feel like we always need to be perfect parents. While we should strive for this ideal, there's something we can do when we inevitably fail.
It’s important to teach our kids what the Bible says about how to treat others. But it’s more critical to show them by example what that looks like every day. In this video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb explain why we, as parents, need to evaluate how well we practice what we preach.
There are going to be days when we fail to show honor to our spouse. In this video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb explain that this is why we should regularly speak highly of our partner in front of others. It shows love and respect and makes him or her feel appreciated.
Husbands, would you like to bring a smile to your wife’s face today? Matt and Ariel Holcomb suggest doing something out of the ordinary. Stop by the store and buy flowers, or offer to cook her favorite meal. Give it some creative thought and demonstrate that you’re thinking about her.
Raising children to love God’s Word doesn’t happen by accident. In this video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb explain that Mom and Dad need to be purposeful in leading their kids to read the Bible, study it, and apply it to their lives. This should be a top priority for parents.
There will be times in marriage when we will become dissatisfied with our spouse. Maybe he or she isn’t doing something we expect, or perhaps there are character or personality flaws that embarrass us and breed disrespect. In this video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb offer helpful ways to work through these issues.
If intimacy is eroding in your marriage, the growing distance between you and your spouse can lead to bitterness and frustration. The loneliness can seem inescapable. In this video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb share their story of hope after many years of being in a downward spiral. Their inability to connect almost led to divorce. But one thing kept them together and helped repair the damage. View now to find out what it was.
Imagine walking out on your spouse because he or she boiled potatoes at the wrong time. It sounds immature, but it happened to Matt and Ariel Holcomb. In this very personal video, they reveal many of the struggles they’ve had in their relationship, some of which almost led to divorce. While there were dark days, the Lord brought them through and helped them grow along the way. Watch now to hear the Holcomb's touching story.
When the Apostle Paul wrote, “Those who marry will face many troubles in this life” (1 Corinthians 7:28), he wasn’t kidding! While marriage has its challenges, God created this unique relationship to help us grow and mature in Him. In this new video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb explain how you can cherish the journey with your spouse, even if you feel like your marriage isn't thriving.
Since the inception of no-fault divorce in 1969, these laws have devastated families. They make ending marriage too simple, resulting in over 50% of first-time unions falling apart. In this new video, Matt and Ariel Holcomb assert that these laws undermine what God has ordained, allowing couples to disregard their vows with no accountability. From a legal perspective, the holy covenant of marriage holds no weight in court. Discover some of the consequences of no-fault divorce including the damage to families. Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion!
