Are you struggling to keep praying for your marriage but not seeing evidence of change? In this episode, I open up about my own journey in marriage and faith. Like so many of you, I've had to grapple with trusting in God when everything around me seemed unchanged or even worsening. My husband, Shaun, and I have been through our share of struggles, and it wasn't until I truly learned to let go and surrender my own desires that I began to see God's work in our lives.

Throughout this episode, I outline five strategies that are crucial for maintaining faith, especially when you see no evidence of change:

1. Continue to Pray
2. Refocus Your Vision
3. Imagine Positive Outcomes
4. Act in Faith
5. Surrender to God's will

Links Mentioned in this Episode:

5 Ways to C.O.V.E.R. Your Marriage in Prayer

Ep. 214: If God is For Me, Why Am I Suffering?

Ep. 216: How to Walk by Faith When Life is Hard

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Today’s marriage question is about relationship gift-giving and communication. After receiving an unexpected Peloton bike from her husband for Christmas instead of the spa package she desired, a listener feels hurt and confused. Essentially, she is left to wonder does my husband think I'm fat? Listen in as I provide insights and practical advice on how to interpret such gestures, manage insecurities, and communicate unspoken expectations effectively in a marriage.

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Hard conversations are often necessary in marriage. You can be loving and truthful at the same time. However, it can be easy to forget how to balance the two in relationships. It’s no secret that marriages, like any close relationships, thrive on open and honest communication. Yet, the art of conveying truth with care often eludes us. Today, we’re diving into this intricate dance and learning how to be honest without causing harm to our spouse or significant other, further driving a wedge in our unity.

In this episode, you’ll learn about:

• Potential consequences of withholding the truth - how withholding the truth can lead to bitterness and resentment in marriages.
• Setting intentions for conversations - how to have a positive outcome in mind and center your spouse in conversations rather than yourself
• Developing the courage to confront marriage problems and find mutual solutions.
• A powerful acronym T.O.N.E. – Timing, Outcome, Necessity, and Empathy – and how to navigate these discussions successfully.

We also highlight the necessity of empathy in relationships as a means to understand and deepen genuine connections.

Links Mentioned in this Episode:

Download my free audio: "7 Secret Marriage Rules to Know Before I Do and After I Did.”

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