FAITH IN MARRIAGE:
BUILDING LASTING LOVE: AC and Chris attribute the solid foundation of their enduring marriage to God. Their unwavering commitment to navigating life's storms together has been the cornerstone of their relationship, allowing them to overcome various challenges. Beyond being life partners, they are also accomplished coauthors, having penned multiple books. In a remarkable feat, one of their releases secured the coveted spot on Amazon's #1 new releases list in 2019. Their journey together spans an impressive 36 years of marriage and nearly four decades of companionship. They are the proud parents of three remarkable children and have joyfully embraced the roles of grandparents to five beautiful grandchildren. Leadership extends beyond their marriage, as AC and Chris serve as dedicated Pastors of Church Beyond Walls Ministries.
Their mission revolves around instilling hope within vulnerable populations and restoring a sense of belonging among the homeless in their community, based in Georgia. Their compassionate approach has led them to not only guide spiritually but also provide tangible assistance to those in need. With a deep sense of commitment to helping others, AC and Chris have become Licensed Paracletos Christian Counselors and Certified Life Coaches. Through these roles, they have established the "Loving You Until" (LYU) Marriage Ministry, a platform designed to nurture and enrich marriages. Interestingly, the name of this ministry finds its origin in the lyrics of a song that has held special significance for the couple—Ed Sheeran's "Thinking Out Loud". Their counseling approach emphasizes a crucial aspect that often goes overlooked in the realm of marriage—the understanding of one's spouse's Love Language. This concept, first introduced by Gary Chapman in 1992, has proven to be an invaluable tool in nurturing stronger relationships around the world.
AC and Chris emphasize the necessity of identifying and comprehending one's partner's Love Language to communicate effectively. Without this understanding, communication breakdowns akin to speaking different languages can emerge, leading to misunderstandings and barriers in the relationship. As part of their counseling, they challenge couples to actively apply their love languages, a practice they also incorporate into premarital counseling, viewing it as an essential component of the "Marriage Toolbox".
