Far too many couples are just surviving their marriage when it was meant to thrive. This is the place for practical tips on how to build an awesome marriage. Our passion is to help you strengthen your marriage. Dr. Kim Kimberling hosts the show. Dr. Kim is the President of Awesome Marriage, has been married for over 50 years, and has been a professional counselor for 40+ years. He is the author of 7 Secrets to An Awesome Marriage and 14 Keys To Lasting Love. Dr. Kim is joined by co-host Lind ...
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Stu and Lisa Gray answer marriage and relationship questions from a Christian perspective! It's about inspiring and encouraging you to have a Stupendous Marriage and Family.
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How to Create a More Servant-Hearted Marriage | Ep. 667
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47:34In this conversation, Lindsay and Dr. Kim discuss the concept of cultivating a servant-hearted marriage, emphasizing the importance of serving one another selflessly. They explore how serving each other can create a loving and respectful environment, reflecting God's design for marriage. The discussion includes practical ways to serve, the impact o…
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Parenting as a Team: How to Stay United Through the Chaos | Ep. 671
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47:51Dr. Kim and Lindsay dive into a heartfelt conversation about the power of communication and unity in parenting. They talk about why it’s so important for parents to be on the same page when it comes to raising their kids, facing challenges as a team, and setting a strong example through their own decision-making. Along the way, they explore how to …
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What is Purity Culture and How do you Escape it? Special Bonus Episode with Camden Morgante
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39:22Dr. Kim and Camden Morgante explore how purity culture has shaped individuals' beliefs and relationships. They break down five harmful myths it promotes and examine how these misconceptions can impact a couple's sex life after marriage — including the unrealistic expectation of a fairy tale marriage as a reward for remaining pure. Dr. Morgante offe…
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Confronting the Destructive Impact of Porn with Nick Stumbo of Pure Desire | Ep. 669
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59:32Porn is doing real damage to too many Christians today. This issue is affecting a huge percentage of our brothers and sisters in Christ, and the shame that often prevents us from talking about it leads to secrecy and hinders healing. We’re thankful that Nick Stumbo is on the podcast today. Nick is a pastor and the director of Pure Desire Ministries…
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Decoding 'Needy' Wives: How to Love & Support Her Well | Ep. 668
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41:16Husbands, have you ever felt like your wife expects too much from you? Wives, have you checked whether your expectations are realistic? Expectations in marriage can be a difficult topic, and they’re a very common source of marriage tension. Which is why today, we want to help break down misunderstandings around spouse expectations today, so that yo…
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Understanding 'Needy' Husbands: What Do They Truly Want? | Ep. 667
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40:32Wives, have you felt that your husband expects too much from you? Husbands, have you checked whether your expectations are realistic? Expectations of our spouse can be a difficult topic, and they are a really frequent source of marriage tension. That’s why today, we want to help break down misunderstandings around spouse expectations today, so that…
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Prayer in Marriage | Ep. 665
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30:42Are you experiencing the power of prayer in your marriage? Prayer is an incredibly powerful habit for your marriages. In fact, research shows that 99% of couples who pray together stay together. Prayer can be so simple, but the reality is that most couples do not make prayer a regular part of their marriage. Today we’re talking about how to practic…
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How Hard Conversations Bring Deeper Intimacy with Chad & Adaeze Brinkman | Ep. 664
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55:36When Chad & Adaeze Brinkman met while serving together on the worship team at church, they didn’t expect that they would one day get married. They also didn’t expect what it would be like to navigate a new marriage while facing cultural pressures as an interracial couple. But learning to have the hard conversations about their differences ultimatel…
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Reviving Desire: Tips for Husbands with Low Sex Drive | Ep. 663
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40:27Guys, have you lost the spark in your sex drive? If that’s you, you are not alone! Libido is a complex issue. There are so many reasons that male libido can falter, from stress and physical factors, to relational issues in your marriage. But for every factor, there are also solutions. Learn the steps to uncover what’s driving your lack of drive so …
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Bring Back the Passion: Help For Wives with Low Libido | Ep. 662
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51:25Wives, do you seem to be less interested in sex? It’s a common issue, and so many factors affect female libido, from hormonal changes, and emotional disconnection to just plain busyness. Whether stemming from physical health or the health of your marriage, there are many ways you and your spouse can work together to bring back the passion and renew…
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Healthy Tech Habits That You & Your Marriage Need with Arlene Pellicane | Ep. 661
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55:41Is technology bringing you closer together, or leading to disconnection? Tech is hitting marriages hard today. Yet research shows that marriage can provide a huge boost to personal happiness. Today’s guest, Arlene Pellicane, has written several books on how technology is impacting relationships, and today she shares tech habits that will help you a…
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How to Have A Better Marriage in the Second Half Than Before | Ep. 660
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46:10Your marriage doesn’t have to grow old just because you do. The second half of marriage does not have to grow stale - make plans to make these your best years yet! Listen today to learn how. Whether you’re looking ahead to the second half of marriage, or you’re already there, it is a great time to improve and grow. In today’s episode, Dr. Kim share…
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Find Your Vision As a Couple with Dedric & Krystal Polite | Ep. 659
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42:48Your marriage should be a blessing to you and your spouse, but it does not need to stop there - a healthy marriage can also bless the world around you! Where is your marriage today? Are you and your spouse a healthy team? Are you healthy enough to pour into those around you? Today we are delighted to welcome Dedric and Krystal Polite to the podcast…
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Spiritual Intimacy Do's and Don'ts | Ep. 658
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44:13Spiritual intimacy is something couples want, but don’t really know how to get there. We can tend to believe a common myth that it should come naturally without any effort, plus it can seem awkward to pray together or pursue spiritual growth. So how can spiritual intimacy be a realistic part of marriage? Today we’re talking about tangible ways to g…
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Marriage Reset: Intentional Rhythms For a Stronger Marriage This Year | Ep. 657
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41:11It's a new year, but it's still the same you and your spouse ... so how can you make your marriage the best it can be in the new year? With intentionality, you can break out of the habits that are not serving your marriage well, and build new ones that work better. Listen today for the tips and tools to help! We pray this episode is helpful for you…
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The Narrow Way to An Expansive Life with Rich Villodas | Ep. 656
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52:55Obedience to the ways of Jesus can sound closed-minded or restrictive, but in today’s episode we’re breaking down that myth for good. We’re delighted to have pastor Rich Villodas join us today to talk about what it looks like to live on the Narrow Path Jesus taught about, and why it creates the most expansive life you could have. Learn what cultura…
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Conflict Resolution for Conflict Avoiders | Ep. 655
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35:54Conflict in marriage is inevitable: it’s how you handle it that matters most. But what about couples who really never fight? What happens to conflict that is never addressed and only stays under the surface? Does it ever really go away? Listen today to learn better ways to handle the issues you don’t know how to deal with. We pray this episode is h…
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The Cost of Being "Right" in Marriage | Ep. 654
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36:47Marriage conflict is hard, but you know what makes it even harder? Trying to WIN. Because if you win, that means your spouse loses. And that’s not great for your marriage connection. Break out of the “my way” versus “your way” myth and learn what it means to work together to have a win for your marriage. Today we’re unpacking the process of how to …
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What Do You Do When Marriage Doesn't Make You Happy? with Chelsea Damon | Ep. 653
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51:12Couples often enter marriage with high expectations, and are then dismayed to learn that marriage is not a fairy tale after all. What do you do when marriage doesn't make you happy? How can we break out of our selfish hopes and become the spouse God intends us to be? Listen to learn practical ways to reconcile your marriage dreams with your married…
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Answering Porn Recovery FAQ: Betrayed Spouse | Ep. 652
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45:10Today we’re answering listener questions about how to handle the pain of a spouse’s porn use. Unfortunately, this is a pretty common issue we hear about from couples, but the good news is that you CAN heal and move forward. So today we’re answering listener questions about healing and recovery from pornography in marriage. We’ll talk about the proc…
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Equip Your Kids to Fight Porn with Kristen Jenson | Ep. 651
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1:06:37Are your kids protected from p*rn? Do they know how to fight back? What if they’ve already been exposed to it? So many parents do not know how to protect their kids from porn, or how to equip them with what to do if they are exposed to it. We are so pleased to hear from Kristen Jenson today on the podcast with the answers to your questions. Equip y…
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Answering Porn Recovery FAQ: Recovering Spouse | Ep. 650
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42:07If porn has damaged your marriage, healing is possible. And you are not alone…This is unfortunately a common issue we hear from couples about. So today on the podcast, we’re answering listener questions about healing and recovery from pornography in marriage. We’ll talk about the need for forgiveness, what to do when a spouse cannot forgive and mov…
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Emotional Intimacy Do's and Don'ts | Ep. 649
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36:51How is the emotional intimacy in your marriage? Do you feel safe telling your spouse anything? Do you feel loved, heard, and understood? Marriage is meant to be a refuge…a place where you each feel safe sharing deep personal feelings and confident you will be graciously received by your spouse. The problem is that many of us don’t talk about or eve…
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Building a Foundation of Spiritual Intimacy for a Marriage That Lasts with David & Meg Robbins | Ep. 648
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58:59We’re so happy to have David and Meg Robbins from FamilyLife joining us on the podcast today. The Robbins have been in ministry for many years and have learned so many important truths about what it takes to create a marriage strong enough to stand strong through the years. Today they share their wisdom and experience. You don’t want to miss this c…
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Using the 5 Levels of Communication & Avoiding Communication Breakdowns | Ep. 647
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40:01Are you familiar with the 5 levels of communication and where they fit in your marriage? Do you use all 5 levels in your marriage? The basics of communication sound simple on paper, yet most couples are struggling to communicate effectively. And when communication falls short, your connection suffers, conflict ramps up, and marriage isn’t the partn…
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Don’t Fight About the Wrong Things, Find Your Real Marriage Issue | Ep. 646
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43:10Are you truly resolving your marriage issues? Most couples experience recurring arguments that never truly resolve. This cycle leaves you with two problems: 1, You never solved the issue, and 2, now one or both are hurt and angry. Plus you’ve got some baggage around the issue, too. Today we’re going to help you learn how to resolve the actual issue…
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How to Choose Your Battles Well | Ep. 645
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45:38How well do you choose your battles? If you struggle with recurring conflict in marriage, you might need to work on choosing your battles. On the other hand, if you’re feeling resentment but you’re not sure how to address it… you might need to work on choosing your battles. Today Dr. Kim is going to help you learn how to choose your battles well. W…
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How to Have Hope in the Darkest Times with Ken Guidroz | Ep. 644
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47:17After a few “golden years” of ministry for Ken Guidroz and his family, things imploded. When Ken had to face the unimaginable as a dad, faith was hard to find. Hope seemed distant as he, his wife, and their marriage both struggled to recover. Today Ken shares the story of how they clung to each other and found hope to move forward together, through…
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How to Build a Biblical Perspective in Marriage | Ep. 643
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45:27Your mindset greatly impacts your day to day life. If you’re stuck in unhealthy or unhelpful thought patterns, both you and your marriage will suffer. But there are simple ways to unpack your thought patterns and replace the unhelpful with a biblical perspective. In today’s episode we’re looking at practical ways to adopt a gracious, life-giving pe…
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Essential Steps to Affair Recovery with Rick Reynolds | Ep. 642
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49:59An affair doesn’t have to mean the end of a marriage. At Awesome Marriage, we have seen so many marriages restored! Yet the recovery process will take time and working together to see the Lord heal the union. If you’ve experienced this pain, you need a guide to help you along the way. Rick Reynolds joins Dr. Kim today to share his story of marriage…
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Harness the Power of Having a Plan for Your Money with Dan and Kay Ockey | Ep. 641
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53:31When costs keep rising, and earnings often don’t match, money stress is bound to invade your marriage. Most couples face additional tension around how to handle finances well – as well as how to handle them together. In today’s podcast, Dr. Kim talks with Dan and Kay Ockey about how to take control of your finances, even in times of financial uncer…
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Amazon Surprises & Online Money Issues | Ep. 640
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34:50Show of hands: Are you an Amazon box hider? … or do you have your spouse break down the boxes for you? All joking aside, online shopping can be an issue that hinders couples’ closeness. Money management in general can be a hot topic, but the wide range of ways we can spend money online with just the click of a button can create some additional obst…
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Finding Hope Through Our Failures with Becky Kiser | Ep. 639
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54:15We don’t often talk about our failures, but maybe that needs to change. It’s easy to focus on others’ highlight reel, while we’re highly aware of our own personal shortcomings. But the shame of feeling like we don’t measure up keeps us from real relationships. Today we’re going there with special guest, Becky Kiser, as we talk about the power of th…
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Tips for Care-Giving Spouses with Kristin & Todd Evans | Ep. 638
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48:42After five years of marriage, Kristin and Todd Evans’ world was rocked when they learned they were about to become parents to a child with a disability. The stress, grief and the demands of learning to be caregivers to a child with disabilities transformed their once-joyful marriage and nearly broke it apart. When spouses are also caregivers, the m…
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Simple Budgeting Tips that Work | Ep. 637
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46:42Reduce money stress in your marriage by making sure your money knows where to go! Don’t avoid talking about money with your spouse: Establishing a budget you can both stick to will certainly pay off long term. Today Dr. Kim shares several simple tricks that help him and Nancy to stress less and be intentional with their finances. We pray this episo…
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Healthy Tech Habits For A Healthy Marriage with Arlene Pellicane | Ep. 636
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54:54Do your habits online support your marriage? Or damage it? Fewer couples are getting married than ever. Tech is hitting marriages hard today. Yet research shows that marriage can provide a huge boost to personal happiness. Today’s guest Arlene Pellicane has written several books on how technology is impacting relationships, and today she shares tec…
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Tech Boundaries Your Marriage Needs | Ep. 635
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Help! My Marriage Feels Out of Control | Ep. 634
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Is it Too Late To Save My Marriage? | Ep. 633
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Is Everyone Else Happier Than Me? with Sarah Bragg | Ep. 632
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42:00We’ve all wondered at some point … is everyone else living a better life? It looks like they might be, and social media only seems to confirm it! That’s why we’re delighted to bring you Dr. Kim’s conversation with today’s guest, Sarah Bragg, of the Surviving Sarah podcast. In today’s episode, we’ll hear Sarah’s take on feeling “stuck” in life, how …
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Why Get Married? The Health Benefits of Marriage | Ep. 631
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39:07Did you know that marriage can be good for you? Marriage is not always viewed as the gift from God that it actually is, but He has designed this relationship to provide some *amazing* benefits to both spouses. Today Dr. Kim is sharing several of the ways a healthy marriage supports health and wellness for you, your spouse and your family. Tune in t…
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Why Get Married? Biblical Purposes for Marriage | Ep. 630
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36:00Does marriage still matter in this day and age? We say a resounding yes! Marriage was designed by God, and there are several purposes the Bible gives for why marriage matters. Today we’re digging into what Scripture says about the value of marriage. Tune in to learn God’s purposes for the marriage relationship, and why they matter in your marriage!…
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Hope for Marriage in Today's Culture with Gabrielle McCullough | Ep. 629
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54:28Is it harder to live a faithful life today than in times past? Today’s world does provide some unique challenges that couples face, but there are also unique opportunities. Today’s conversation with Gabrielle McCullough sheds light on some of the ways today’s world can be deeply impacted by Jesus and the effects of our faith can have on marriage. W…
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Has you or your spouse’s insecurity affected your marriage? We’re all insecure about something, and the way we see ourselves will end up spilling over into the way we relate to others. Nowhere is this more likely to happen than in marriage. In this episode Dr. Kim and Christina share ways to address your insecurity and your spouse’s insecurity, inc…
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Deepen The Emotional Intimacy in Your Marriage | Ep. 627
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34:42Want better connection with your spouse? One thing we hear a lot from couples is that they don’t feel close to each other or that their relationship feels like it’s missing some depth. That’s why today we’re re-airing this episode from Dr. Kim and Christina that talks all about emotional intimacy and gives you ideas of practical ways to deepen the …
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Gospel Truth for Your Marriage with Willie Robertson | Ep. 626
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54:19What is a “gospeler”? It’s probably a lot simpler than you think! It is something that will certainly impact you and your marriage, but also has the potential to have a huge impact on others around you. Today Willie Robertson shares how one person sharing the Gospel impacted thousands, starting with his family, and he explains just how simple it ca…
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Worth Repeating | Intimacy VS Control - You Can't Have Both | Ep. 625
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47:04Are you ever a bit too helpful in your marriage? Do you find yourself frustrated with the way your spouse responds to you? You may be trying to control your spouse by “helping” even if you don’t mean to! Today Laura Doyle from the Empowered Wife Podcast joins Dr. Kim to teach us some ways to shift our marriage culture - without resorting to control…
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Love Your Spouse...As You Love Yourself? with Bryan Crum | Ep. 623
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42:41Most of us deal with self doubt, regret, and feelings of not measuring up. But learning to love ourselves properly means learning to see ourselves as God does, and it allows us to love others more freely and graciously. Today, Bryan Crum will help you step away from nagging self doubts and into a solid biblical perspective. Give your marriage the g…
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How Does the Bible Say to Handle Conflict? With Donna Jones | Ep. 624
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58:05Conflict is no one’s favorite, but it is an inevitable part of life. And today Donna Jones teaches us why it’s nothing to be afraid of by busting some of the most common misunderstandings that lead to conflict avoidance, and providing a biblical roadmap to handle conflict in a healthy way. Tune in to learn more about approaching conflict in a healt…
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We have gotten a lot of questions about gaslighting and narcissism, and today Dr. Kim is answering. This topic is layered and one podcast episode cannot take the place of more in-depth interventions, but we can offer helpful and hopeful next steps. In today’s episode we’re covering how to know what constitutes abuse versus the sin nature we all str…
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