Author: Mike & Anne Rizzo

Mike and Anne Rizzo have been in pastoral ministry for over thirty years and currently serve as directors of Marriage and Family Ministries at the International House of Prayer in Kansas City, Missouri. They carry a passion for personal mentoring, teaching, and raising up marriages that exalt the name of Jesus. Mike and Anne have three grown children and one grandchild, and are the authors of "Longing for Eden: Embracing God’s Vision in Your Marriage", and "Vertical Marriage: A Godward Preparation for Life Together."
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Consistency in Prayer

Consistency in Prayer Consistency in prayer will only be realized when we are intentional in conversation with God. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your…
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Intimacy With God

Intimacy With God God desires a close, intimate relationship with His children. The dictionary defines “intimate” as: belonging to or characterizing one’s deepest nature; marked by a warm friendship developing through long association; suggesting informal warmth or privacy." Not only is it important for us to learn how to develop…
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Unequally Yoked

Unequally Yoked The principle of “agreement” and its importance was established long ago. “You shall not plow with an ox and a donkey together.” Deut. 22:10 There are some species of animals that are not comfortable with one another. They also don’t pull the same when yoked. Donkeys have a…
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