Jodie Berndt

Bestselling author Jodie Berndt writes about aging well in her book, "Praying the Scriptures for Your Life." She invites us to discover God’s peace and provision for our marriages – whether we’re newly engaged, weathering a storm, celebrating a silver anniversary, or starting over in our golden years.

The secret lesson in the 'Golden Bachelor' story

OPINION January 6

The secret lesson in the 'Golden Bachelor' story

"Golden Bachelor" stars Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist were married this week. The older couple's road to marriage has been the source of great curiousity. What can we learn from them?

What's the secret to a happy marriage? One simple word

OPINION March 25, 2023

What's the secret to a happy marriage? One simple word

Many things matter in a good relationship. But when it comes to predicting long-term stability and satisfaction in marriage, kindness is what matters most.

Jodie Berndt: Praying for parking spaces? Here's why it's OK to talk to God about the 'little stuff'

OPINION June 13, 2021

Jodie Berndt: Praying for parking spaces? Here's why it's OK to talk to God about the 'little stuff'

I had just finished speaking to an audience of well-heeled professionals in Greenwich, Connecticut, and when the moderator opened the floor for questions, a woman quickly spoke up. But her question was not directed toward me. It was for my daughter, Virginia.