Upcoming Marriage Monday - Cultivating Gentleness in the Marriage Relationship

Ever wish you could respond to your spouse with more gentleness? ❤️ You're not alone! In our next podcast, Nathan & Andrea are tackling a listener's request for practical tips on cultivating a gentler approach in marriage. Tune in for actionable advice!
 
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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The Danger of a Victim Mentality in Marriage | Stop Blaming & Start Building!

Are you tired of feeling like your happiness in marriage is constantly dependent on your spouse's actions? Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of blame, resentment, and negativity? If so, you might be struggling with a victim mentality.
In this episode of the Marriage By Design Podcast, we're diving deep into the destructive impact of a victim mentality on marital relationships. We'll explore:
What a victim mentality is and how it manifests in marriage.
The signs to look out for in yourself and your partner.
How this mindset erodes intimacy, communication, and trust.
Practical, biblical strategies to break free from this pattern.
How to take responsibility for your own happiness and build a stronger, more resilient marriage.
We'll equip you with actionable tools and biblical wisdom to shift your perspective, foster healthier communication, and cultivate a relationship built on grace, forgiveness, and personal responsibility.
Don't let a destructive mindset steal your joy and sabotage your marriage. Join us as we explore how to break free from the blame game and start building the marriage God intended for you!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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A Practical Guide To Getting To Deeper Levels Of Conversation

We have spoken to SO MANY couples that really struggle with overcoming "surface level" communication and getting to talking about the deeper things of themselves and their relationship.  Today we talk practically about the things that we have found lead to deeper levels of communication.  Let's get into that!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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I Am Married. Is It Okay To Have Hobbies, Interests, & Friends That Exclude My Spouse?

On today's Marriage Monday, Nathan and Andrea unpack an issue that comes up regularly with couples that they mentor.  Hobbies. Friends. Interests.  Sure, they existed prior to the marriage, but now that we are married and have "become one" shouldn't we ditch those previous hobbies, friends, and interests and just invest in our life together?  At the end of the day, it all boils down to balance, counting the cost, and thinking of your spouse first!  Let's get into that!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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Upcoming Marriage Monday - What happens to my individualism when I get married? Is it wrong to have separate hobbies/friends? Should I have a say over my spouse’s hobbies and friends?

Upcoming episode on Marriage By Design drops on Monday! Subscribe to the channel now so that you don't miss out!!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
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The Intimacy Table - Seeking & Developing Emotional Intimacy In Your Relationship

Struggling with emotional intimacy in your relationship?  Just want to grow deeper in emotional intimacy?  You found the right place!  In this episode, Nathan and Andrea give a definition to that amorphous term "emotional intimacy" and talk about the 3 things that you need to grow emotional intimacy in your marriage.  Then they end with some practical steps you can take today! Let's get into that!
Marriage By Design is a channel dedicated to digging into God's design for marriage and family - as well as talking practically live that out in our marriages and families. Our goal is to leave you encouraged that you CAN do marriage and family by God's design and to give you HOPE that God IS FOR YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!
 
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